Field Reliability Engineer, Low Voltage

Description:
The Field Reliability Engineering team’s mission is to improve customer experience of Tesla products by reducing field issues, in collaboration with large cross-section of other engineering teams. Engineers on the team have the responsibility for one or more vehicle systems or components across all automotive products. This role is a highly hands-on individual contributor position, encompassing various duties such as data analysis, hands-on failure analysis, and driving containment actions. We are in search of a multi-faceted engineer who will assume responsibility for all aspects related to efforts aimed at enhancing the reliability and quality of our vehicles. This role requires a diverse skill set and a proactive approach to contribute effectively to the team's goals.

Responsibilities:
Monitor field performance of products and identify opportunities for improvements
Execute field investigation
Data analysis to identify trends and support prioritization of investigations
Perform vehicle and component level debug and failure analysis
Identify root-cause of problems using 1st principles and 5why methodology
Coordinate and dispatch field failure investigations
Drive containment and corrective action implementation
Communicate field performance of the engineering system, gather buy-in from engineering peers and leadership on improvement priorities and urgency
Contribute to ongoing efforts for continuous improvement at Tesla, actively driving activities towards enhancing vehicle reliability, contributing to the continual optimization of Tesla's products and processes

Requirements:
0-5+ years of hands-on experience in failure analysis, reliability, systems architecture, or related electro-mechanical systems, with a demonstrated problem-solving ability
For out of school candidates, Co-ops, or participation in student competitions such as Formula SAE, Baja SAE; Solar vehicle. Strong project that demonstrates problem solving skills, also accepted
A background in electronics or automotive (with an electrical engineering focus) is preferred, or an equivalent qualification
Hands-on experience in debugging and testing electrical systems in the automotive or a comparable industry, including wire harnesses, components, ECUs, and/or embedded systems
Broad technical background, with previous experience in problem solving and failure analysis on multiple. Proficient in PCBA level troubleshooting and debugging
Strong interpersonal and communication skills are an absolute requirement
Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
Programming Languages & Tools: Python, UNIX  and demonstrated success in applying statistical methods in data analysis
Degree in electrical, mechatronic, or similar fields/equivalent experience required
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment a plus

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.