Launch Mechanical Design Engineer

As designs mature and prototypes are tested, it is paramount for us to track both our model accuracy and design capability through empirical testing.

This role will be closely integrated with the testing, data parsing and modeling of the drive unit system and sub-components.

Our world-class engineering teams operate with a non-conventional automotive product development philosophy of high inter-disciplinary collaboration, flat organizational structure, and technical contribution at all levels.? You will be expected to challenge and to be challenged, to create, to innovate.

Mechanical System Engineer within the Drive Systems Engineering teamwork side by side with engineers to support the development of our world class drive units.

• Develop lubrication and cooling components (electric oil pump, heat exchanger, oil filter) models and requirements
• Develop control logic to optimize performance and efficiency of the drive unit system
• Work with world class expert, firmware, design and test engineers to develop and bring new technology to mass production
• Develop internal tools to automate data parsing and reports
• Design, coordinate, and execute (if needed) of drive unit level as well as component/subcomponent level tests for the explicit purpose of model and requirements validation
• Work with engineering teams to compile, analyze and document test profiles and results to ensure complete validation of all requirements as programs mature Experience with instrumentation, measurement, calibration, and laboratory testing.
• Deep learning of thermodynamic physics
• Physic based mentality
• Working knowledge of heat transfer and thermal management a plus
• Experience with MATLAB, SIMULINK, Python, or other data analysis software a plus
• Experience with LabVIEW and data acquisition systems a plus
• Automotive component/system testing experience a plus
• Working knowledge of motors and gearboxes a plus 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. For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here). Please contact for additional information or to request accommodations. Privacy is a top priority for Tesla. We build it into our products and view it as an essential part of our business. To understand more about the data we collect and process as part of your application, please view our Tesla Talent Privacy Notice.