Sr. Motor Electromagnetic Design Engineer

What to ExpectTesla is seeking a motivated engineer for research and development of electric motors. This position is critical to the development of high-performance, high efficiency, and low-cost electric powertrain for Tesla's current and future electric vehicles. This person will be working with the motor research team to improve modeling accuracy of electric motor losses and flux, design & optimize electric powertrain, develop test plans and perform measurements in the dyno lab.What You'll DoDevelop in-house electric motor design tools, continue evolving finite element tools to improve high frequency loss modeling in the core and conductorsDevelop analytical model to improve the flux linkage and loss calculation for various types of motorsOptimize the motor design methodology from lamination level to powertrain system, optimizing the computational resource needed to allow exploring larger design spaceDetailed motor design and optimization to optimize system cost, efficiency and NVHMotor dyno loss characterization and fault characterizationExplore and design innovative motor topologyDevelop motor control simulation model and support motor control firmwareCreate simulation model for thermal model development and system engineeringWhat You'll BringDegree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experienceStrong mathematical and physical understanding on speed/frquency dependent loss mechanismExcellent knowledge on finite element methodStrong Matlab or Python programming skillsKnowledge on motor thermal modelingExperience on electric motor loss characterizationKnowledge on electric vehicle powertrain systemKnowledge on motor control theoryExpertise including NVH analysis in electric motors and drive unit, rotor structural analysis, magnetic materials, and finite element model developmentCompensation and BenefitsBenefitsAetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation$100,160 - $225,840/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17