Mechanical Design Engineer, Battery Structures Design

Description:
We are seeking a talented Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Structural Design team within the Battery Engineering organization in Palo Alto, CA. This role focuses on enhancing designs for current Tesla vehicles and defining structural designs for future models. Collaboration with factory-based colleagues and cross-functional teams will be essential to integrate vehicle and powertrain engineering, develop innovative processes, and advance safety and reliability standards in electric vehicles.

Responsibilities:
Improve designs for existing vehicles and define structural designs for future Tesla models
Seamlessly integrate vehicle and battery cell systems to optimize performance
Partner with manufacturing engineering teams to develop new processes and materials
Serve as the local design authority for line launches, design changes, trials, and root-cause analysis
Conduct on-site component and system-level testing to support design and specification updates
Collaborate with manufacturing, process, and quality teams to address yield barriers and scrap issues
Own product improvements focused on cost reduction and complexity simplification

Requirements:
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
Strong engineering fundamentals in materials and mechanics
Demonstrated ability to identify problems and develop effective solutions
Detail-oriented approach with solid documentation and reporting skills
Strong experience in CAD modeling, with CATIA V5/3DX experience as a plus
Prior experience in a relevant engineering field, ideally in high-volume manufacturing
Proficiency in 3D design and GD&T drawings for complex parts and assemblies

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 - $195,600/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.