Mechanical Test Engineer, Dojo

We're looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented Mechanical Test Engineer to support mechanical and thermal validation efforts on Tesla's data center systems designed for AI workloads. You'll be a key contributor in identifying product characteristics, failure modes, driving discussions to root-cause issues, and recommending design improvements. Your work will directly support hardware validation and contribute to seeing the product through its full design lifecycle - from early development to production readiness.

Responsibilities

Design, build and execute test plans and custom test fixtures for mechanical and thermal validation, including vibration, liquid and air-cooling technologies

Lead and participate in FMEA activities and test planning. Collaborate with thermal, mechanical, electrical, reliability, test engineers, and project managers to develop and execute those plans

Use CAD and 3D modeling tools to design precise and efficient test fixtures

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on test strategies, resource planning, and reporting

Clearly communicate test plans, progress updates, and findings to all relevant stakeholders

Develop tools and processes to automate and accelerate testing workflows, and become a trusted expert whose opinion is sought after when difficult problems must be solved Requirements

Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Thermal Engineering, or equivalent experience

Demonstrated experience in mechanical or thermal testing, preferably in a product development or R&D environment

Proficiency in mechanical design and simulation software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, ANSYS etc.)

Strong fundamentals in mechanical design concepts, including structural mechanics, thermal management, and materials

Experience with standard lab and test equipment like power supplies DAQs, strain gauges, sensors, thermocouples, thermal imaging etc. Manufacturing experience is a strong plus

Strong hands-on skills in prototyping, fixture assembly, and debugging

Prior experience with basic thermal and fluidic components such as variety of hoses, pipes, O-rings, valves, quick-disconnects, fittings, pressure and flow sensors, etc.

Bonus: statistics, automation, data processing, object-oriented-programming, Python, Electrical CAD software (such as Altium & Eagle)

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)

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 - $174,000/annual salary + 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.