Robotics Systems Engineer, Optimus

Description:
Tesla is seeking an on-site Robotics Systems Integration Engineer in Palo Alto, CA. This engineer will act as the subsystem expert during design, bring-up and ramp for multiple low voltage systems, power electronics, and subsequent sensing solution. This engineer is responsible for challenging existing designs and using a first principles' approach to innovating and accelerating novel architecture and design.

Responsibilities:
Define system and component level requirements through first principles analysis and hardware/model-based testing
Prototype and characterize components and full systems to ensure target metrics are met
Design and develop early system prototypes to de-risk new technologies
Understand and highlight n-th order impacts of electrical, software, or process changes
Triage and debug hardware and software interactions during design, launch, and deployment
Be responsible for overall functional and performance readiness of a system and its features during the full product life cycle
Analyze the failure modes and complete full DFMEAs/HARAs to ensure a safe subsystem design

Requirements:
Degree in engineering or related field or, equivalent experience
Strong electrical and embedded systems fundamentals
Hands-on technical experience debugging complex subsystems involving network microprocessors and software-controlled electrical or electromechanical devices
Ability to read and interpret C/C++ or similar embedded systems languages
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience in MATLAB, Python, or equivalent tools for modeling and analysis
Proficient in data visualization
Experience in failure modes analysis, HARA and FTA

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
$124,000 - $285,600/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.