Tesla Motors is Hiring a Sr. Electrical Engineer, Test Automation, Electronic Systems Near Palo Alto, CA
The Role We seek a highly motivated and hands-on engineer with an electrical engineering background for a position in the Manufacturing Test Engineering group, a team focused on building robust, beautiful, data-centric automated testing equipment for Tesla's power electronics and battery manufacturing lines. This team concentrates on mechanical, electrical, software, and controls of capital equipment for our production lines around the world. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the "machine that builds the machine," working tightly with power electronics product design and manufacturing. The ideal candidate takes pride in their hands-on work, analytical ability, communication skills and attention to detail. They look forward to learning an incredible amount on the job and carrying responsibility within the team. Responsibilities
Architect novel, fully automated testing machinery from first principles, balancing cost, lead time, complexity, and test coverage across disciplines
Develop test specifications and break down requirements into a detailed execution plan while mentoring/advising more junior engineers on sub-system implementation
Research and specify electrical test equipment such as measurement equipment, power supplies, sensors, I/O devices, and other hardware to meet test requirements
Design schematics and layout for industrial electrical control panels which are NFPA79/NEC/UL508A compliant and review more junior engineers' designs
Implement and validate reliable industrial safety systems (OSHA, ISO standards compliant) to safeguard high voltage and mechanical hazards
Debug/optimize automated processes to minimize cycle time and maximize uptime
Characterize and validate equipment using statistical approaches (GR&R, Cpk)
Perform bench testing on electrical components to validate test processes
Domestic and international travel up to 20%
Requirements
Capable of specifying electrical test equipment including but not limited to power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power analyzers.
Proficiency building complex machine schematics in EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar electrical CAD software
Exposure to automation in an industrial/manufacturing environment
Exposure to high voltage power electronics (inverters, DC-DC converters, etc...)
BS/MS electrical or mechatronic engineering (or equivalent experience)
5 years of hands-on controls/mechatronics/test/automation engineering experience
Compensation and Benefits Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
LGBTQ care concierge services
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation $80,000 - $300,000/annual salary cash and stock awards benefits Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.