Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Automated Test Equipment
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What To Expect
We are looking for a highly motivated and hands-on Sr. Mechanical Engineer to join the Manufacturing Test Engineering team – part of the “machine that builds the machine.” This team designs and builds robust, data-driven test systems for Tesla’s power electronics used in vehicles, energy storage, charging solutions, and humanoid robots. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment. They take pride in hands-on problem solving, have strong analytical skills, and are eager to learn and share knowledge. This role requires flexibility and a willingness to travel both domestically and internationally to support equipment development, deployment, and collaboration with global teams. This position plays a key role in shaping the quality and performance of Tesla’s core technologies and is based in Toronto, Reno, or Palo Alto.
What You'll Do
- Machine design of automated test equipment, which includes preparing detailed-level CAD models, pneumatic diagrams, and verifying designs using structural and thermal FEA, CFD, tolerance stack-up.
- Create detailed drawings and coordinate with vendors to fabricate custom machined parts, weldments, and sheet metal components.
- Selection and integration of commercial components, sensors, servos, pneumatic actuators, etc.
- Lead conceptual equipment development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits.
- Review, identify, and provide feedback on performance, design simplicity, robustness, assembly, and installation.
- Support building, debugging, validation, and equipment duplication efforts, and fine-tune equipment for release to production.
- Perform on-site and off-site acceptance testing (SAT / FAT) of test equipment.
What You'll Bring
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent experience.5+ years of experience as Mechanical / Mechatronics / Automation Engineer with focus in automation, machine design, robotics, or product development.Proficient in SolidWorks, PDM, and Ansys, or similar CAD / CAE software.Strong understanding of drafting standards and the application of GD&T (e.g., ASME Y14.5).Knowledgeable in solid mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, dynamics, material selection, prototyping, testing methods, and fabrication processes.Exposure to various test systems, production machinery, industrial sensors, actuators, and equipment (e.g., pogo-pins, pressure transducers, temperature controllers, current meters).Additional Details
Seniority level : Mid-Senior levelEmployment type : Full-timeJob function : Engineering and Information TechnologyIndustries : Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Renewable Energy, Semiconductor Manufacturing, UtilitiesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Tesla by 2x.
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