What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Drive Inverter position at Tesla Motors, Inc.?
What to Expect
What You'll Do
What You'll Bring
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.
Tesla's Vehicle Power Electronics group is looking for a skilled and motivated Mechanical Engineer to join the Drive Inverter design team and drive our power electronics designs to the physical limits. This role requires a strong technical background, a critical-thinking mindset, a passion to launch new technologies, and demonstrated ability to execute quickly and effectively.
What You'll Do
- Design and 3D modeling of mechanical packaged traction inverter components and assemblies
- Mechanical design analysis including thermal, CFD, structural, design for assembly, and design for test
- Solve electronics packaging issues including: electricalisolation, sealing,thermal management, interconnection, shock and vibration management, electromagnetic interference (EMI), RF communications, etc.
- Develop engineering test plans for designs
- Create drawing packages and manufacturing instructions for parts and assemblies
- Assist in engineering prototype builds and component fabrication
- Collaborate with other mechanical, systems, electrical, digital control, manufacturing, reliability, test engineers, and supply chain team members to take designs from a clean sheet through prototypes and into mass production
What You'll Bring
- Masters's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Deep understanding of Mechanical Engineering fundamentals (heat transfer, fluids, statics, dynamics, structural design)
- Experience designing and building mechanical assemblies. Experience with high volume manufacturing processes such as injection molding, stamping, casting, etc. Knowledge of design for reliability and design for manufacturability concepts
- Knowledge of material science for in electronics packaging materials (metals, insulators, plastics, connectors, gaskets, thermal interface materials, potting, etc.)
- Basic understanding of high-voltage mechanical design and electrical design fundamentals
- Proficiency using 3D mechanical design tools (e.g. CATIA, Pro-E, NX)
- Experience with PLM systems, engineering changes, deviations, BOM structuring, etc.
- Knowledge of environmental, reliability, safety, and industry standard requirements for automotive, industrialor residential products
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work in a dynamic environment
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 - $195,600/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 - $195,600