What to Expect
We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join the TeslaVehicle Camera Team. This team is responsible for the entire lifecycle of camera hardware development within our vehicles which includes sensor evaluation, lens development, camera module development, monitoring of manufacturing quality, camera calibration, image quality assessment, camera quality tuning and platform integration. As a member of the team, you will drive mechanical design of camera modules and integration across our vehicle platforms. What You'll Do
Work closely withX-FN teams to define product requirements and develop solutions for FSD functional performance
Perform tolerance analysis, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Camera modeling in ANSYS SPEOS and other simulations and analyses before releasing designs for production
Develop designs in CAD for both detailed parts and master model assemblies
Create 2D drawings appropriate for high-volume production and inspection methods
Conduct Design for Manufacturing (DFM) reviews with suppliers and support tooling bring up
Run validation tests and perform data analysis
Coordinate offsite testing for system characterization & technology development
Provide production support to help identify and resolve issues
What You'll Bring
Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
Knowledge in sensor integration for vehicles; trucking platform experience preferred
Knowledge of design of plastic injection molded, sheet metal stamping and cast parts
Proficient in CAD, CATIA preferred
Experience in drafting 2D drawings with GD&T
Experience with FEA, ANSYS preferred
Camera and lighting simulation experience in SPEOS or equivalent
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 $106,400 - $256,200/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.