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Mechanical Design Engineer, Optimus Test Systems

Job in Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California, 94306, USA
Listing for: Tesla
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-01-24
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 106400 - 206520 USD Yearly USD 106400.00 206520.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

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What To Expect

We seek a highly motivated hands-on engineer for a position in the Electronics Test and Automation Group, a team focused on creating robust characterization equipment for our Optimus hardware components. This team concentrates on mechanical, electrical, and software test systems supporting Optimus development. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a dynamic team that emphasizes collaboration and celebrates progress while changing the world together.

What

You ll Do
  • Design high-level and detailed-level CAD models of characterization and test equipment
  • Layout electrical/pneumatic schematics
  • Establish clear, concise test plans, and control test plan execution
  • Support build, debug, validate, and refine equipment for release to production
  • Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits
  • Define the most efficient plan for testing, focusing on test time reduction and simplicity to promptly release equipment
  • Interact with various design, manufacturing, sustaining, and firmware teams throughout projects
  • Establish great working relationships with vendors and manage their deliverables
  • Continually design and implement improvements to released equipment
What You ll Bring
  • Bachelor s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of experience as a Mechanical, Mechatronics or Test Engineer
  • Proficiency with design process integration and electromechanical / mechatronic systems
  • Demonstrated excellence in a Manufacturing, or Testing environment
  • Exposure to a wide variety of test systems, production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment (pogo-pins, pressure transducers, temperature controllers, current meters, etc.)
  • Versed in Solid Works, or similar 3D CAD software
  • Experience creating technical specifications for test equipment
  • Project Management experience is a plus
  • Experience transitioning products and processes from prototype to production desired
  • Knowledge of production quality metrics is a plus
Benefits Compensation and 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 with $0 paycheck contribution
  • Company Paid 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

$106,400 - $206,520/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.

Additional Details

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Engineering and Information Technology

Industries:
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Utilities

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