A Structures Design Engineer is responsible for engineering best-in-class body structure architectures and systems for Tesla's premium vehicle programs. You will Conceptualize, Design, Engineer, Release, Develop and Launch Body Structure components and systems.
Responsibilities
- Create and develop Body in White components, system requirements and specifications to achieve best-in-class structural, NVH and crash performance from conceptualization to mass production
- Create vehicle-aligned component and system targets for function, cost, weight and investment
- Establish system architecture and functional feasibility
- Optimize the concepts and designs with analytical and physical assessments, ensuring conformation to federal regulations governing assigned systems
- Deliver world-class craftsmanship and fit/finish through the proper implementation of GD&T
- Interface with Tesla and Supplier manufacturing to develop components that are optimized for the production environment
- Create component and subsystem design verification plans and test methods
- Develop design concepts and production designs in both CATIA V5 and CATIA V6
- Release parts for production in the PLM system
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
- 2 years minimum experience in Structural Design Engineering
- Experience in a development life cycle with substantial system responsibility
- Proficiency in computer aided design. CATIA experience preferred
- Understanding of GD&T in Design Engineering
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability to integrate state-of-the-art design and manufacturing methods into product concepts and designs
- Well versed in selecting materials based on their properties and manufacturing limitations
- Proven knowledge and application of engineering fundamentals to root cause and solve complex engineering challenges
- Knowledge of metal parts manufacturing methods
- Ability to interpret CAE results and integrate recommendations into product designs
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)
- LGBTQ+ care concierge services
- 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
What We Do
Our mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. With global temperatures rising, the faster we free ourselves from fossil fuel reliance and achieve a zero-emission future, the better.
In pursuit of this mission, we make electric vehicles that are not just great EVs, but the best cars, period. We also produce and install infinitely scalable clean energy generation and storage products that help our customers further decrease their environmental impact. When it comes to achieving our goals, we pride ourselves in accomplishing what others deem impossible.
We are opening new factories and increasing our output everyday – join us in building a sustainable future.
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