What To Expect
We are seeking an experienced Test Engineer to join our Manufacturing Test team, responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive test programs for electric vehicle high/low voltage distribution components and subsystems. The successful candidate will collaborate with a large cross-section of engineering teams, including Design, Development, and Manufacturing, to ensure the design and production of high-quality products. This is an individual contributor role with high internal visibility, requiring extensive work on developing full functional tests, root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions.

What You'll Do

Design, develop, and implement test programs for electric vehicle high/low voltage distribution components and subsystems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and company specifications

Work closely with cross-functional engineering teams, including Design, Development, and Manufacturing, to ensure seamless integration of test programs and resolve design or production issues

Perform root cause analysis on failed components or subsystems to identify and address underlying design or production issues

Develop and implement corrective actions to prevent future failures, in collaboration with relevant engineering teams

Develop and maintain automated tests using programming languages such as Go Lang and Python, to ensure efficient and reliable testing of components and subsystems

Utilize Docker containers to deploy and manage test environments, ensuring consistency and reproducibility of test results

Manage and maintain test code repositories using GitHub, ensuring version control and collaboration with other team members

Analyze test data to identify trends, anomalies, and areas for improvement, and provide recommendations to relevant engineering teams

Design, develop, and maintain test equipment and fixtures to support test program development and execution

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize test programs, reduce test time, and improve overall product quality

What You'll Bring

Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or equivalent experience

Strong demonstrable experience in Power Electronics/power converter circuits for energy storage/automotive applications

Electrical/Electronic design experience a strong plus

Strong demonstrable hands-on experience with electrical test equipment: Power Supplies, Multimeter, Oscilloscopes, and other common equipment

Proficiency in test automation frameworks and programming languages (e.g., Go, Python, C++, etc.). Experience with test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and data acquisition systems

Manage and maintain test code repositories using GitHub, ensuring version control and collaboration with other team members

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and address complex technical issues. Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, and prioritize tasks to meet project deadlines

Benefits
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:

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

$88,000 - $198,000/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.

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