Tesla · 2 hours ago
Mechanical Design Engineer, Chassis
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$93K/yr - $160K/yrTesla is a leading company in the automotive industry, focusing on innovative engineering solutions. They are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for their Chassis Design Engineering team, responsible for the design and production of various vehicle systems including tires, wheels, and brakes.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Develop and optimize designs in 3D CAD software with associated CAE tools
Validate manufacturing, assembly, and service feasibility
Complete and release component designs and documentation, including 2D drawings
Validate components per defined engineering requirements
Resolve issues and concerns with cross-functional teams including engineering, supply chain, production, and service
Participate in the sourcing process and manage engineering relationships with suppliers
Deliver to defined schedules
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
Proficiency in a 3D CAD software (CATIA is a plus)
Basic knowledge of GD&T (proficiency is a plus)
Experience with component design, analysis, and validation
Great technical and interpersonal communication
Evidence of being a self-starter and bringing projects to completion
Prior experience in a relevant engineering field is valued, but the team has openings from entry level to expert
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.
Founded in 2003
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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