Sr. Test Engineer, Thermal Event – Fremont, California

Sr. Test Engineer, Thermal Event
Job Category Engineering & Information Technology
Location Fremont, California
Req. ID 240570
Job Type Full-time


What to Expect
We are looking for an Engineer to conduct battery-scale thermal destructive safety testing, for both vehicle and energy storage packs. You will play a key role in making sure Tesla’s products behave gracefully even under extreme conditions. You would be responsible for the full test cycle: planning, executing, interpreting tests and investigating failures to optimize product safety that accelerates Tesla’s next-gen products’ time to market.


What You’ll Do
Create detailed test plans based on communication with design teams and program managers
Own the test planning activities (e.g. instrumentation, charging) as per program schedule
Coordinate with technicians in battery pack build, instrumentation, test teams
Conduct tests safely and in a manner faithful to the design intent / failure mode
Analyze thermal and electrical data, video footage and present test results to stakeholders
Identify and execute ideas to increase the efficiency and quality of battery thermal testing
Develop coupon studies to allow rapid testing of specific subsystems
Collaborate with modeling team to align on results, generate inputs, and discuss mechanisms
Interpret regulations and tailor tests setup and results accordingly


What You’ll Bring
Degree in in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
Ideal focus areas include heat transfer, combustion, or materials
2-10 years of experience in design validation/ compliance/ battery testing
Must be hands-on (physical assembly, electrical wiring / troubleshooting)
Experience with data analysis tools- Matlab or Python preferred
Experience with CAD (CATIA a bonus)
Role includes some travel (up to 20%) to test sites


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:

Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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
$80,000 - $174,000/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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