Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Seating

Description:
This role involves designing and developing innovative mechanical components for Tesla's vehicle platforms as part of the Vehicle Development Team. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet performance, safety, and manufacturability standards while pushing the boundaries of engineering excellence.

Responsibilities:
Design and develop mechanical systems and components for vehicle platforms
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate designs into overall vehicle architecture
Create detailed engineering drawings and specifications for manufacturing
Conduct testing and validation to ensure design performance and reliability
Iterate on designs based on feedback from testing and production teams
Contribute to innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges
Support the transition of designs from concept to production

Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
Minimum of 7 years of experience in mechanical engineering, or equivalent experience
Evidence of exceptional ability in engineering or related fields
Design engineering experience with interest in multidisciplinary engineering
Hands-on experience in building or prototyping physical systems
Proficiency in hand-sketching as a form of engineering communication
Automotive engineering experience with seating systems preferred but not 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
$91,600 - $234,000/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.