Sr. Chassis Structural Test Engineer

What to Expect

This position will work as a member of Tesla’s reliability and test team to develop and execute component and system level testing of vehicle chassis and body structural components using servo hydraulic test equipment either in-house or at external labs.

What You'll Do

Conduct hands-on component and system level durability and strength tests using MTS servo hydraulic systems

Work directly with reliability and design engineers for test planning activities (test scheduling, prioritization, specifications etc.)

Develop test fixtures using CAD and work with in-house or external labs for fixture fabrication

Conduct detailed inspections such as torque checks, crack checks etc. Identify and root cause failures

Conduct data acquisition and instrumentation of sensors such as load cells, strain gages, LVDT etc.

Post process test data and make detailed test reports

Be involved with general test equipment maintenance and lab expansions

Work in close collaboration with test technicians, instrumentation, CAE, reliability and design teams

Maintain a clean and organized work environment

What You'll Bring

Degree in Mechanical, Automotive or Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent experience

3+ years durability and strength testing of vehicle chassis and/or structural components (suspension, steering, body in white etc.)

Experience in MTS FlexTest controllers, MultiPurpose TestWare (MPT) and MTS TestSuite (mpe) software, experience with RPC a plus but not needed

Experience with instrumentation (load cells, strain gages, LVDT etc.) and data acquisition systems like HBM Somat eDAQ and Dewesoft

Experience with CAD and fixture design

Proven track record as a hands-on test engineer (test planning, development, execution, inspections, root cause analysis, data processing, report writing)

Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines

Excellent written & verbal communication skills

Strong organization skills with meticulous attention to detail

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:

Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)

Employee Assistance Program

Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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

$91,600 - $234,000/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 / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.