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Mechanical Design Engineer, Electronics System

Tesla Motors, Inc.
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2026
What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mechanical Design Engineer in the Autopilot and Electronics Product Design team to work on low voltage electronics modules. The scope of work includes infotainment devices such as for antenna, accessories such as wireless phone charger, electronics control units etc. across various Tesla vehicles and the engineer will lead the mechanical design for these systems. Looking for various experience levels - Senior, Staff etc.


What You'll Do
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams on system architecture and develop implementations
  • Optimize the components in the vehicle while considering performance, design, integration, size, mass, assembly and more
  • Participate in prototype builds, component fabrication, testing and validation efforts
  • Provide hands on support modeling and design of mechanical components and assemblies including plastic, sheet metal, die cast etc.
  • Conduct mechanical design analysis including structural, tolerance, FEA (Finite Element Analysis) and design for assembly
  • Generate detailed 3D models, technical drawings, and documentation of mechanical designs using CATIA. Collaborate with other cross-functional teams to take designs from prototype through production and deployment
  • Support development of engineering and reliability test plans, test data analysis, and troubleshooting of design issues. Communicate with suppliers regarding DFM (Design for Manufacturing) feedback and support tooling and assembly bring up

What You'll Bring
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in mechanical design
  • Experience in the development of antenna / RF modules
  • Proficiency in CAD software (CATIA preferred) for 3D modeling and drafting
  • Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA) tools (ANSYS preferred)
  • Experience taking designs from initial concept through to mass production
  • Basic understanding of electrical and thermal design fundamentals. Familiarity with PCBAs and electronics packaging
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to perform first principles analysis to ensure a successful design (physics, stress-strain, thermal, tolerance,costand mass optimization, etc.)
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

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:

  • Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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
    $109,600 - $234,000/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.


    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 : $109,600 - $234,000

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