What are the responsibilities and job description for the Failure Analysis Engineer, Energy Products position at Tesla Motors, Inc.?
The Failure Analysis Team's mission is to determine root cause and contributing factors to improve the experience of Tesla's Energy Products by reducing field issues, in collaboration with a large cross-section of other engineering teams. Engineers and Technicians on the team are responsible for a wide variety of Energy Product systemslike Powerwall, Megapack and Supercharger. This is an individual contributor role with great internal visibility that requires extensive, hands-on work focused on failure analysis and root cause activities.We are seeking a multi-faceted individual who will be responsible for all aspects of identifying, analyzing, root causing, implementing countermeasures, and reporting on issues effecting systems including electromechanical, low voltage, and battery systems among others.
To be effective in this role, the engineer will need to be intimately familiar with the detailed behavior of these electro-mechanical components and the tools and equipment used in their design and manufacture.You will work with other Engineering teams to root cause and implement countermeasures of field issues to improve quality, reliability, and durability of the products.Tesla offers the opportunity to work on industry leading products and bleeding edge technology in a fast paced, dynamic, and high visibility role.
What You'll Do
- Drive issue resolution from root cause analysis to countermeasure implementation on electromechanical and thermal systems hardware failures from Tesla's Energy Products
- Investigate system assemblies, modules, and components to identify root cause of failure in Tesla's Energy products
- Design and conduct fault replication testing and experiments on electromechanical components such as motors, actuators, pumps, etc.
- Collaborate with appropriate engineers, suppliers, and contract manufacturers to drive resolution to the identified failure causes
- Provide input to design and manufacturing teams to improve design and production yield
- Support design reviews and DFMEAs based on prior failure experience
- Candidate should be detail oriented and possess excellent communication skills
What You'll Bring
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering or equivalent, or equivalent experience
- Strong demonstrable experience in electromechanical hardware applications for energy storage/automotive applications
- Mechanical Design experience of thermal systems is a strong plus
- Strong demonstrable hands-on experience in lab settings, including designing, assembling, and executing tests for system-level hardware issues
- Experience with fabrication, assembly, and basic instrumentation is desirable
- Extremely proficient at interpreting system diagrams and wiring schematics
- Familiarity with pressure/leak testing, CAN communication software (PCAN Explorer/CANape), and accelerated life testing
- Familiarity with or willingness to learn the different failure analysis techniques including 2D and 3D X-Ray, Cross Sectioning, FTIR, DSC, SEM, and FLIR Thermography
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
Compensation and 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)
- 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
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.
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Salary : $104,000 - $156,000