Sr. Incident Investigation Engineer, Log Data Analyst

Tesla

Fremont, California Posted October 25, 2026

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On-site Full-time Senior
Job Description

Description:
Tesla is looking for an experienced Senior Incident Investigation and Support Engineer for the Field Quality, Data Analysis and Engineering team. This role will support the Incident Investigation, Safety and Regulatory & Legal teams. The individual will be dedicated to investigations of field incidents, which includes pulling, assessing and summarizing vehicle information from CAN (Controller Area Network) logs, EDR (Event Data Recorder) data and other telemetry sources to respond to regulatory information requests.  In addition, the individual will provide input for incident investigators in the field and provide feedback regarding collision performance to Engineering teams.

Responsibilities:
Assess field incidents for compliance with regulatory reporting

Compile CAN log, EDR and other telemetry data for a given incident or incidents in order to meet information requests from regulatory authorities

Provide input in discerning incident events, vehicle operation and driver inputs based on the compiled information as stated above

Create data visualizations to communicate results of data assessments

Provide training and development for incident investigators in the field on vehicle logging and understanding logged values

Provide summary reports in conjunction with incident investigators for body, safety & restraints and AI team for development input and continuous vehicle improvement

Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or proof of exceptional skills in related fields, or equivalent experience

At least 7 years of vehicle forensic analysis experience, including analysis of electronic vehicle data (CAN and EDR), incident investigation and accident reconstruction

Demonstrated ability to manage databases and multiple data streams

Strong analytical skills

Ability to quickly learn new technologies and aptitude for understanding automotive vehicle systems

A passion for Tesla’s mission and problem solving are a must

Strong interpersonal and communication skills required

Strong written communication skills required

Compensation & Benefits:
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
$64,000 - $150,000/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.

Required Skills
data analysis controllership compliance analytical skills problem solving communication written communication compensation
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