Senior Electrical Engineer

Electrical Test EngineerTesla is at the forefront of creating large-scale humanoid robots for revolutionizing automation in manufacturing and material handling. As a valued member of our dedicated Optimus Test team, we're seeking an exceptional Electrical Test Engineer to play a crucial role in testing and validating the Optimus. Your contributions will be pivotal in shaping our products throughout their lifecycle and ensuring the success of the Optimus. In this role, you'll design and set up tests to evaluate product performance and reliability. We're looking for someone with strong electrical skills, project management experience, and the ability to take ownership for successful outcomes.The ideal candidate will have a solid background in electrical and/or electronic engineering, including low voltage and power distribution systems, and an understanding of electromechanical or robotic systems. You'll be exposed to various aspects of the Optimus, such as controllers, sensors, actuators, battery and harnesses. Your ability to create effective test plans and scripts is crucial, along with understanding potential electrical failures and their root causes. Adaptability and quick learning are essential, given the evolving nature of the project. Collaboration with cross-functional teams will be a key part of your role, requiring strong technical and problem-solving skills to contribute to the cutting-edge technology of the Optimus.Joining Tesla as an Electrical Test Engineer presents an exciting opportunity to have a significant impact in the field of robotics. You'll be part of a groundbreaking project that's pushing the boundaries of innovation. If you're passionate about robotics and ready to take on technical challenges, we invite you to be part of our team and help shape the future of automation with the Optimus.ResponsibilitiesIdentify risks and failure modes of novel products and product designs by applying first principles thinking and scientific methodologies. Based on this analysis, design and build electrical test setups and develop adequate test methodologiesOwn and drive hardware validation efforts of the electrical, LV, and motor control systems of the Bot. Your job is to become a product expert, figure out how it could fail and collaborate with design partners to drive changesDesign and build custom test equipment such as test PCBAs, harnesses and fixtures to make validation efficient, modular and repeatableDrive reliable collection of high-quality test data, analyze, and interpret test results, present findings, and guide failure analysisRequirementsDegree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience3+ years of experience in electrical test, low voltage system design, or development in robotic, automotive, aerospace, or related industriesIn-depth understanding of LV electronic components and motor controllers and expertise in developing associated characterization/validation testing methodsKnowledge of different sensors, what they do, and how to interact with themExperience with test automation and data analysis software (e.g., LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB, etc.) and data acquisition methodsEmbedded firmware / hardware experience and exposure or direct experience with PCB design toolsEagerness to engage in hands-on activities, comprehending system interactions, and automating repetitive tasksProficiency in using standard lab equipment (power supplies, electronic loads, oscilloscopes, DMM's, etc.). Familiarity in DFR, DFM and EOL testing is a plusExperience with microcontroller operation and interfaces, CAN, and Ethernet-based communications would be a plusStrong problem-solving skills and thorough understanding of sophisticated electrical test setupsCompensation & BenefitsBenefitsAlong 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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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&DShort-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)Employee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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 $91,600 - $234,000/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.