Tesla · 5 months ago
Mechanical Design Engineer, Thermal HVAC
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$93K/yr - $207K/yr
1+ years expTesla is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer to join the Vehicle Engineering Team, focusing on the design of the Supermanifold Assembly, a critical component of the Tesla heat pump system. This role involves creating innovative heating and cooling components that prioritize efficiency, performance, reliability, and safety, while collaborating with various teams to deliver outstanding vehicles.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Design and package thermal system components to meet system and vehicle requirements while optimizing for efficiency, cost, weight, manufacturability, and serviceability
Manage suppliers and projects to ensure timely program deliverables within budget
Develop component and system-level requirements based on vehicle-level requirements and customer experience
Lead the creation of component specifications, DFMEA, and other technical design documents
Develop and execute component and subsystem design verification plans and test methods to validate adherence to requirements
Ensure vehicles conform to all motor vehicle safety standards governing thermal system operation
Support vehicle programs through the entire lifecycle, including spec development, prototype builds, vehicle testing, and production
Qualification
Required
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
Minimum 1 year of full-time or internship experience with a strong track record in design and building
Demonstrated ability to solve complex design problems under tight timing constraints
Strong design, packaging, and 3D modeling skills with proficiency in CATIA preferred
Passion for electric vehicles and energy efficiency
Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
Knowledge of mechanics, structure design, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics
Preferred
Proficiency in CATIA
Benefits
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
Societe GeneraleEuropean UnionPennDOT
2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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