What To Expect
As a Powertrain Controls Engineer you get to work on algorithms that ensure the seamless torque delivery to each Tesla vehicle! You will design, implement, and calibrate features that deliver this industry leading driving experience fundamental to the Tesla DNA. This includes features like the Plaid acceleration mode, Self-Driving, One-Pedal Driving, Regen-Backfill, Off-road Driving modes, as well as many under the hood algorithms to do torque distribution, regenerative braking, cruise control, back-lash management, regen blending, and drive-line damping.
What You'll Do
Develop control-oriented models of the powertrain, and use them to develop, implement, and refine control strategies
Work with Firmware and Integration engineers to implement, test, and debug these algorithms
Calibrate powertrain performance attributes like pedal response, drive-ability, torque split, etc. to deliver the best customer experience in terms of responsiveness, range, NVH, etc.
Improve our tools and processes used to calibrate algorithms for future powertrains
Work with Mechanical, Electrical, and Firmware Engineers to define control system capability and establish actuation/sensing requirements for next generation powertrains
Advance the state-of-the-art in Powertrain Control systems
What You'll Bring
Excellent background in linear systems analysis, state-estimation, and first principles design and analysis of control systems
Excellent proficiency with creating controls-oriented dynamic system models of electro-mechanical systems
Understanding and intuition for the physics of basic electric propulsion, motion control systems, and batteries
Demonstrated ability to ground-up design, analyze, and implement control systems in real-world applications
Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally, work hands-on, and execute on open-ended projects in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment
Basic proficiency with embedded firmware development in C/C++
Experience with vehicle longitudinal performance characteristics, preferred
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent in experience and evidence of exceptional ability
Benefits
Compensation and 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
$140,000 - $300,000/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.
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