Power Electronics & Battery Abuse Test Engineer, ...
Tesla Motors, Inc. - Palo Alto, CA
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What to ExpectTo ensure Tesla's overall mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy, the Tesla Energy team is bringing our world leading battery technology to the grid. Tesla is leveraging its breakthrough firmware, electronics, test, and manufacturing capability to develop and deploy grid connected storage at residential, industrial, and utility levels. Tesla Energy is looking for an engineer who is passionate about integration of software, hardware, and mechanical design to drive the world's transition to a sustainable future. We emphasize collaboration in our work, and always encourage each other to have fun while we change the world together.What You'll DoThrough engagement with High-Voltage Distribution, Battery and Power Electronics design teams, develop test plans, including timing and samplesRoot cause and recreate failure modesAnalyze test data and document in test reports, share results with the team to understand failures and improve designsBuild the appropriate electrical environment for each unit being tested, reaching out to firmware and hardware teams to bring up the device under testDevelop and run tests to abuse high-voltage/high-current joints and connectorsIdentify needs for test equipment and specify, purchase, and integrate themRecognize test execution hazards and find ways to mitigate themAssist in commissioning a new high-voltage test lab with new test chambersWhat You'll BringDegree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or equivalent experienceHands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering components and an understanding of how they interact in a complex productHands-on experience with Test equipment (DMM, Oscilloscope, CAN Analyzer/Logger, Power Analyzer, Insulation Resistance Meter, Hi-pot, High Current/Voltage Source, DAQ systems, etc)Experience with MATLAB, Python, or other data analysis softwareExceptional analytical problem-solving skills, able to identify and surface issues within complex HW/SW systemsUnderstanding of hardware and software development processesWorking understanding of how grid-tied storage systems function and interact with the gridRemain engaged, proactive, and positive in tough circumstances, owning assignments and taking full accountabilityEffective communicator and excellent attention to detailCompensation and BenefitsAlong 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 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$133,440 - $292,800/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. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2025-09-28