Tesla

What to Expect

This position will work as a member of Tesla’s Reliability and Test team to develop and execute vibration and durability validation tasks for the Tesla Semi.

What You’ll Do

• Process public roads, proving ground durability data and develop accelerated random vibration profiles for MAST/ED shakers
• Develop constant amplitude durability test profiles based on raw data collected from proving ground or field data
• Conduct vibration testing on various vehicle sub-systems on electrodynamic shaker tables
• Development, improvement of vibration durability methodologies (simulation and testing)
• Do hands-on test setup (mounting unit on and off the shaker table) and instrumentation (accelerometers etc.)
• Design test fixtures in CATIA for mounting sub-systems on electrodynamic and other shaker tables
• Conduct part inspections, root cause and report failures
• Post process test data and make test reports
• Be involved with general test equipment maintenance and lab expansions
• Work in close collaboration with other technicians, instrumentation and design teams

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Mechanical, Automotive or Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent expereince
• Strong mechanical engineering, vibration, and durability (damage theory) fundamentals
• 1+ years of experience with automotive systems or competitive projects like Formula SAE etc.
• Data processing and analysis using nCode Glyphworks, MATLAB, Python etc.
• Well versed with the instrumentation, usage, and data consumption from accelerometers, strain gages, load transducers and other road load data acquisition sensors
• Experience with modal testing
• Experience with 3D CAD software for fixture design (CATIA or 3D Experience preferred)
• Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Strong organization skills with meticulous attention to detail

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) 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

Expected Compensation

$80,000 - $174,000/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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