Senior Mechanical Engineer, Vehicle Development Team

1 week ago


Hawthorne, California, United States Tesla Full time
Job Description

Tesla is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join our New Programs Engineering team. As a key member of the vehicle development team, you will be responsible for designing and developing innovative mechanical systems for our next-generation vehicles.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Developing and implementing mechanical design solutions that meet Tesla's high standards for performance, safety, and quality.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and manufacturing, to ensure seamless integration of mechanical systems.
  • Designing and testing prototypes to validate design concepts and identify areas for improvement.
  • Working closely with senior engineers and technical leads to develop and implement new design methodologies and tools.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in a product development environment.
  • Hands-on experience in designing and building electro-mechanical systems.
  • Broad knowledge of rapid prototyping methodologies and techniques for metals, polymers, and other materials.
  • Capability to parametrically use 3D CAD software, an understanding of engineering fundamentals, and capability to run FEA.
  • Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workloads, and meet tight delivery timelines.

Benefits:
  • Competitive salary: $76,000 - $193,800 annually.
  • Cash and stock awards.
  • Aetna PPO and HSA plans with $0 payroll deduction.
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
  • Dental and vision plans with options at $0 paycheck contribution.
  • Company-paid HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA.
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
  • LGBTQ+ care concierge services.
  • 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.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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.


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