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Test Engineer, Drive Systems Engineering

Tesla Motors, Inc.
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026
What to Expect

Tesla is making advanced electric vehicles, batteries, and drive systems while changing the future of the transportationand energy storage industries. Our mission is to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. We are building atechnically strong, motivated and fast-moving engineering team which prides itself on superior execution.

Tesla's Drive Systems Engineering Test team works with the drive unit design team to facilitate development of drive unitcomponents such as motors, gears, and pumps. We are seeking a multi-faceted, entry-level Test Engineer with insatiablecuriosity who will be responsible for the testing of drive systems (e.g.: stator, motor). This will include all aspects of testexecution and reporting of key findings for validation and durability testing.



What You'll Do
  • Prepare, run, and monitor various tests with multiple test samples
  • Acquire, analyze, and visualize complex test data
  • Document test setup, progress, observations, and summarize key findings
  • Perform root cause analysis on issues and failures that arise during testing
  • Develop test plans, profiles, and methodologies for validation of drive systems; work with cross-functional teamsto develop pass/fail criteria
  • Design, build, document, and troubleshoot test rigs, setups, and equipment in the lab
  • Perform hands-on tasks to complete the job
  • Work with design and reliability engineers for test planning activities (test scheduling, prioritization,specifications, etc.) and to ensure alignment between testing requirements and overall system goals
  • Work closely in the lab with technicians to prepare, install, and validate test samples, as well as repair and debugcomplex issues with existing test equipment



What You'll Bring
  • Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
  • Excellent grasp of engineering first principles, especially with motors, inverters, and mechatronic systems
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • 2 years of experience in design validation and durability testing
  • Academic or professional coding experience in data analysis and visualization (Arduino, C , Python, MATLAB)
  • Knowledge of basic mechanical and electrical tools (shop tools, multimeter, oscilloscope, power supply)
  • Must be hands-on (assembly, fabrication/modification, instrumentation, wiring)
  • Strong sense of ownership, taking full accountability for assigned tasks, with the ability to adapt and changedirection swiftly
  • Collaborative mindset, recognizing the importance of teamwork within Tesla, and exhibiting a willingness to seekassistance and provide support when necessary



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
    $92,000 - $192,000/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 : $92,000 - $192,000

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