Mechanical Design Engineer, Closures

What to Expect
As a Closures Systems Design Engineer, you will be responsible for conceiving, architecting, designing, and engineering the dynamic exterior systems of Tesla vehicles. You will work alongside pioneering Designers and Engineers through all stages of the product design cycle: from initial sketch and clay modeling, through architecture and design, and finally to validation and product launch. You will be part of the team that creates and executes some of the most notable hallmarks of Tesla design. What You’ll Do

• Manage and collaborate with key suppliers (both internal and external) to support overall vehicle development milestones and prototype/ production build events.
• Participate in the iterative process with the Tesla design and styling studio to deliver the optimal balance of form, function and quality.
• Interpret/develop Tolerance Analysis, CAE, DFM, DFMEA, PFMEA simulations/results and integrate feedback into product designs
• Establish system level architecture and functionality based on market research, design feasibility and prototyping
• Conceptualize, design, engineer and launch Closures Systems components for CIW, Mechanisms/Electro-Mechanisms, Sealing and Glazing product lines
• Serve as a member of the Vehicle Engineering Team to support automotive body and closure system development for the Tesla vehicle product line
• Optimize designs with the appropriate analytical and physical assessments.
• Support manufacturing processes and material selections to achieve world class execution of automotive exterior craftsmanship and fit and finish.
• Achieve innovation-driven closure system targets for appearance, function, quality, cost and weight.

What You’ll Bring

• Knowledge of design for manufacturing principles of various commodities.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling utilizing CATIA V5/V6 or similar CAD software.
• Minimum of two years industry experience working in consumer product design or related field.
• Passion for cutting edge product design and innovation.
• Experience working with cutting edge manufacturing technologies preferred
• Knowledge of the development of specifications, DFMEAs, DVP&R’s and other technical documents preferred
• Expertise with Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) during design, validation and/or launch of products preferred.
• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field or equivalent experience showcasing excellence
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, mechanics of materials and the ability to think out of the box

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)

LGBTQ+ care concierge services

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 - $300,000/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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