Staff Or Senior Electrical EngineerThe R&D Test Systems Engineering (TSE) team is responsible for identifying, designing, building, and commissioning scalable test solutions to accelerate product development cycles by leveraging Tesla's technology to reduce cost and increase flexibility. TSE is a rare team at Tesla that supports both vehicle and energy programs across R&D, engineering, and manufacturing. You will have the opportunity to contribute towards all aspects of Tesla's businesses and directly impact Tesla's mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy.The team is looking for a talented and enthusiastic Staff or Senior Electrical Engineer to join us in our mission.
In this role, you will leverage Tesla's technologies (high-power bidirectional AC-DC and DC-DC converters, motor/powertrain/chassis dynamometers, inverters, data acquisition, software systems, etc.) and develop end-to-end hardware test solutions. These solutions will be integrated with the final test system or equipment and will require close collaboration with cross-functional groups within TSE and end-users across Tesla.ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, validate, and integrate end-to-end electrical hardware test solutions to support product development, testing, and manufacturing teams across Tesla (power electronics, motors, powertrain, battery, etc.)Ownership of PCB electronics and electrical sub-systems - specifications, design, prototyping, validation testing, and system integrationDevelop electrical schematics, BOM, harness drawings, system diagrams, etc.Cross-functional collaboration with Mechanical, Software, Firmware, Regulatory, Testing, Manufacturing, Build and Operations teamsTest equipment bring-up, commissioning, root cause analysis and troubleshooting field issues at various Tesla locations globallyCreate documentation for test equipment certification, operation, and maintenanceCoach and mentor other Engineers, Interns, and Technicians to develop their technical skills and experienceRequirementsDegree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experienceHands-on hardware design, testing, and debugging experience in power electronics (AC/DC, DC/DC, DC/AC converters) and low-power analog, digital circuitsExperience in PCB layout with signal integrity, noise, and EMI considerations (Altium experience preferred)Experience with modeling and circuit simulation tools such as MATLAB-Simulink, LTspice, etc.Experience with embedded programming (microcontrollers, DSP, etc.) and digital communication protocols (CAN, RS-485, SPI, I2C, etc.)Strong knowledge of dynos, motors, drives, power systems, and switchgear componentsGood understanding of design for manufacturing (DFM), FMEA tools/process, and quality controlExperience with laboratory test equipment such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, high-voltage differential probes, current probes, power analyzers, data acquisition modules, etc.Experience with test automation and data analysis in NI LabVIEW, Python, etc.Experience with enterprise tools such as Jira, Confluence, MS Office, etc.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 - $276,000/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.
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