Mechanical Harness Engineer, New Programs

The New Programs Engineering team works at the front end of the design and development cycle by studying, simulating, building, and validating Tesla's future vehicle concepts. New Programs Engineers interact with cross-functional partners from the Design, Vehicle Engineering, Powertrain Engineering teams and others to develop 3D designs, mules, prototypes, and demonstrators used for informing downstream engineering efforts. This is a multidisciplinary design engineering position with a focus on the design, modification, and bring-up of vehicle harnesses.


Responsibilities

• Develop harnesses for prototype vehicles and early phase vehicle programs
• Design and optimize 3D harness routing and packaging for electromechanical vehicle systems
• Identify, evaluate, select, and procure harness components for prototype applications
• Create harness MFG drawings/rework instructions for complex vehicle wire harnesses. Working with external suppliers and internal prototyping build team to take 3D designs to physical product for development
• Manage harness installation process during prototype vehicle builds
• Troubleshoot and quality check harnesses in the fabrication, assembly and bring up stages of mule builds
• Innovate, develop, and improve harness development through the build process.
• Design ancillary parts for harness and low voltage system integration for prototype applications

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant harness design experience
• First principles knowledge of vehicle low voltage systems, high voltage powertrain systems, EMC Strategies, and vehicle communications protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet)
• Solid mechanical engineering fundamentals: thermal, heat dissipation, vibration, strength, durability, corrosion-prevention, materials, etc.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in handling multiple priorities, proactively organizing workloads, and meeting tight delivery timelines Excellent communicator, resourceful, and mindful of time management
• Detail-oriented personality with effective documentation and reporting
• Proficiency in CAD (Computer Aided Design) software (CATIA preferred)
• Familiarity with various mechanical prototyping processes including 3D Printing, CNC Machining, Welding, Sheet Metal Fabrication
• Ability to travel 2-3 times a year to collaborate with teams in other locations and support prototype builds

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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

$80,000 - $300,000/annual salary, depending on level + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay 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.