Mechanical Design Engineer, Closures

Tesla, Inc.; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Closures Systems Design Engineer, where you'll innovate and design the dynamic exterior systems of vehicles. Collaborate with talented designers and engineers throughout the product design cycle, from initial concepts to final validation and launch. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the aesthetic and functional aspects of cutting-edge automotive design. If you are passionate about engineering and product innovation, this is the perfect opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

401(k) with Employer Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Back-up Childcare Resources

Commuter Benefits

Weight Loss Programs

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience required.
• 2+ years in consumer product design or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer dynamic exterior systems for vehicles.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver optimal design solutions.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

3D Modeling

Design for Manufacturing

Engineering Principles

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5/V6

Job description

As a Closures Systems Design Engineer, you will be responsible for conceiving, architecting, designing, and engineering the dynamic exterior systems of Tesla vehicles. You will work alongside pioneering Designers and Engineers through all stages of the product design cycle: from initial sketch and clay modeling, through architecture and design, and finally to validation and product launch. You will be part of the team that creates and executes some of the most notable hallmarks of Tesla design.

What to Expect

As a Closures Systems Design Engineer, you will be responsible for conceiving, architecting, designing, and engineering the dynamic exterior systems of Tesla vehicles. You will work alongside pioneering Designers and Engineers through all stages of the product design cycle: from initial sketch and clay modeling, through architecture and design, and finally to validation and product launch. You will be part of the team that creates and executes some of the most notable hallmarks of Tesla design.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as a member of the Vehicle Engineering Team to support automotive body and closure system development for the Tesla vehicle product line.
• Conceptualize, design, engineer and launch Closures Systems components for CIW, Mechanisms/Electro-Mechanisms, Sealing and Glazing product lines.
• Achieve innovation-driven closure system targets for appearance, function, quality, cost and weight.
• Establish system level architecture and functionality based on market research, design feasibility and prototyping.
• Participate in the iterative process with the Tesla design and styling studio to deliver the optimal balance of form, function and quality.
• Support manufacturing processes and material selections to achieve world class execution of automotive exterior craftsmanship and fit and finish.
• Optimize designs with the appropriate analytical and physical assessments.
• Interpret/develop Tolerance Analysis, CAE, DFM, DFMEA, PFMEA simulations/results and integrate feedback into product designs.
• Manage and collaborate with key suppliers (both internal and external) to support overall vehicle development milestones and prototype/ production build events.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Passion for cutting edge product design and innovation.
• Minimum of two years industry experience working in consumer product design or related field.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling utilizing CATIA V5/V6 or similar CAD software.
• Knowledge of design for manufacturing principles of various commodities.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, mechanics of materials and the ability to think out of the box.
• Experience working with cutting edge manufacturing technologies preferred.
• Expertise with Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) during design, validation and/or launch of products preferred.
• Knowledge of the development of specifications, DFMEAs, DVP&R’s and other technical documents preferred.

Compensation and 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

$92,720 - $159,600/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.

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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