Mechanical Design Engineer – Chassis
| Company | Tesla |
|---|---|
| Location | Palo Alto, CA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- 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
Responsibilities
- Develop system architecture for pneumatic systems, air generation and processing, and air brake systems
- Tune pneumatic system response to meet internal design targets and relevant regulations
- Establish, analyze, and tune self-diagnostic fault detection methods in collaboration with firmware and integration engineers
- Develop and optimize designs in 3D CAD software with associated CAE tools
- Optimize suspension design and kinematics in collaboration with Vehicle Dynamics and Modeling Engineers
- 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
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in a relevant engineering field is valued, but the team has openings from entry level to expert
- Prior experience with heavy or commercial vehicle systems is a plus