Electrical Design Engineer, Solar Hardware Engineering

Electrical Design EngineerTesla is looking for a motivated Electrical Design Engineer to help create our next generation of solar products. You will play a key role designing solar products and characterizing product components and prototypes.ResponsibilitiesDraw electrical designs for the PV cell, string, and circuit within PV modules while analyzing stackup tolerancesSimulate and optimize between electrical losses, optical losses, and material usageConstruct prototypes and test structures to isolate electrical performanceCharacterize components and assemblies using appropriate metrology and imagingRun stress tests to validate robustness of design and component selectionDrive design iteration and cross-functional feedbackRequirementsBachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experienceProficient in CAD drawing, ideally including AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and GD&TProficient in circuit modeling and designProficient in building and characterizing circuits using tools such as source meters, function generators, and oscilloscopesExcellent problem-solving skills and ability to use first principle reasoningExceptional organization and communication skillsDetailed-oriented, able to work both independently and in a collaborative project-focused environmentExperience in semiconductor characterization with techniques such as C-V & TLM Working knowledge of solar or power electronics and thermal or safety concerns Experience building data acquisition systemsCompensation & BenefitsBenefitsAlong 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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&DShort-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)Employee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programEarned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)Expected Compensation $120,000 - $180,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.