Field Reliability Engineer, Autopilot Hardware

Autopilot Hardware Failure Analysis EngineerImprove customer experience of Tesla vehicles by improving field reliability of Autopilot hardware. Own failure analysis, root cause, containment and corrective action for Autopilot HW across all vehicle lines while maintaining a close partnership with Autopilot HW, SW, FW, systems integration, sensing, supplier industrialization and related engineering teams. This is a highly hands on individual contributor role, involving primarily bench and lab work, with supporting fleet and service data analysis.

You own the subsystem end to end, from first failure through validated countermeasures.ResponsibilitiesInvestigate field failures on the Autopilot Hardware PCBA (SoC, memory, Ethernet, IMU, power and related ICs) across all vehicle platformsUse lab and board tools to isolate issues on Autopilot PCBAs with oscilloscopes, X ray, CT, thermal imaging and CAN/kernel/SoC logsApply first principles and 5-Why thinking to reach root cause and engage suppliers for FA when necessaryDrive containment and corrective actions through implementation and validation with your team and partner orgsUse Python and SQL to review field data and find trends to prioritize investigations (20% data, 80% hands-on hardware)Collaborate across Autopilot HW, SW, FW, systems integration, sensing, supplier industrialization and others depending on the nature of the failure mode investigationClearly communicate findings, risks, and status to peers and leadership & help the team track root-cause, countermeasure, repair rates and reliability trendsRequirements1-5 years hands-on experience in failure analysis, reliability, electronics debug, or related embedded/electro-mechanical hardware. New grads with strong hardware background, co-op or internship experience are also welcomeDegree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent experienceFamiliarity with circuit-level components i.e. voltage regulators, PMICs, Ethernet switches, IMU/sensors, etc.

and reading/interpreting datasheets to ramp quickly on new partsHands-on PCBA or electrical-system debug and testingFamiliarity with Linux, Python, and SQL for board interaction, data review, and fleet queriesStrong attention to detail, structured problem-solving, and clear written/verbal communicationAble to work on-site in the lab most days (primarily in-person, limited remote flexibility)Manufacturing, supplier or NPI exposure (helpful, not required)Experience with DDR/high-speed interfaces, Ethernet or automotive electronics (helpful, not required)Student competition or substantial personal HW projects (helpful, not required)Compensation & 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 programExpected Compensation $91,600 - $195,600/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.