Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (m/w/d), Chassis - Berlin, Germany

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (m/w/d), Chassis - Berlin, Germany

Job Category: Engineering

Location: Berlin, Germany

Req. ID: 239008

Job Type: Full-time

What to Expect

Tesla is accelerating the world’s transition to sustainable energy. The Chassis Design Engineering team plays a critical part in that mission, helping to deliver a safe, efficient, comfortable, and enjoyable driving experience, while also focusing on the sustainability and value of Tesla’s products. The team is comprised of engineers from many backgrounds and experience levels, fostering collaboration, learning, and growth. We look for individuals with demonstrated exceptional ability to solve problems in both individual and team settings.

The team works in small, dedicated groups to manage tires, wheels, hubs, halfshafts, steering, suspension, subframes, brakes, pedals/controls, and air suspension and damping systems on all of Tesla’s passenger car and heavy vehicle programs. A Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for bringing parts or systems from concept to production and beyond, with support from other engineering teams at Tesla.

The engineer’s responsibilities include design, analysis, sourcing, prototyping, testing, vehicle assembly validation, quality control, engineering documentation, and more. Opportunities to learn and improve these skills through experience on the team are available. The engineer should be able to apply mechanical engineering fundamentals to creatively solve problems and learn quickly while managing projects independently. We are looking for someone who will go beyond the status quo to make the best product in terms of cost, mass, and performance. Clear and effective communication with both technical and non-technical colleagues is essential.

A Senior Mechanical Design Engineer should be able to work autonomously through complex development projects from concept to mass production and provide guidance to other team members as well as cross-functional stakeholders. Hands-on experience is a major plus for engineering development work and addressing production issues. Experience with electromechanical systems is a plus, and some travel to suppliers may be required, including international travel.

• 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, firmware, supply chain, production, and service
• Participate in the sourcing process and manage engineering relationships with suppliers
• Deliver to defined schedules

• Education in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years experience in Chassis component design
• Proficiency in a 3D CAD software (CATIA is a plus)
• Advanced knowledge of GD&T
• Experience with component design, analysis, and validation
• Great technical and interpersonal communication
• Evidence of being a self-starter and bringing projects to completion

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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