Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Exteriors Architecture, New Programs

The New Programs Engineering team works at the front end of vehicle design and development, working in an iterative environment to study, simulate, build, and prove Tesla's future vehicle design concepts. This position requires frequent interaction with Design and Vehicle Engineering teams, most closely with our Exterior, Body in White and Closures Systems cross-functional partners. This is a mechanical design engineering position where product design expertise and a fundamental, first principles approach to problem solving are far more important than extensive project engineering or automotive industry specific experience.



Responsibilities

• Develop exteriors designs from initial concepts through to design & release of prototype level components and systems that represent future production vehicles. Assessment of mass, cost, manufacturing feasibility, function, etc.
• Establish Exteriors system architecture and functional feasibility
• Support the creation of component specifications, component DFMEA, and other technical design documents
• Resolve feasibility issues with the Design Studio team
• Analyze concepts through both simulation and physical prototype builds
• Ensure products conform to all market regulations governing assigned systems
• Support vehicle milestones including prototype, pre-production, and production build events
• Help deliver world-class craftsmanship, fit/finish and support for successful production launch
• Innovate, develop, and improve processes continuously

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant industrial design and engineering experience
• Proficiency in CAD software using parametric elements and knowledge-based engineering tools
• Strong understanding of GD&T
• Ability to interpret CAE results and integrate recommendations into product designs
• Must be proactive in improving processes and driving projects, examples of this should be provided
• Excellent communicator, resourceful, and mindful of time management

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

$76,000 - $285,000/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.