What to Expect
The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for inventing and shepherding design concepts into viable product offerings. The candidate should demonstrate a history of innovation, technical prowess, project management skills, a strong work ethic, and an ability to work cross functionally. Tesla’s Solar Roof Design Engineering Team develops novel roofing and solar systems for the purpose of accelerating the world’s transition to sustainable energy. This group is focused on design conception, prototyping, and DFM for Tesla’s Solar Roof. New concepts are evaluated based upon first principles, rigorous cost analysis, feasibility, and reliability testing.
What You’ll Do
Participate in cross-functional development of product requirements
Design mechanical solutions for novel roof integrate photovoltaic systems
Agile concept development/CAD creation of concepts
First principles analysis using solid mechanics and strength of materials calculations
Qualification of new technology platforms as mediums for design
Hands-on rapid prototyping and/or project management of internal/external rapid prototyping contract manufacturing project
Participate in DFMEA test plan development and validation with Field Applications and Reliability Engineering teams
Work with Manufacturing Engineering or external contract manufacture on product DFM
Support employee and customer pilot testing and product launches
Collaborate with legal team to secure patents for new ideas
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
2 years of product design experience or an advanced degree in one of the above fields
Experience with high volume product design and manufacturing process
Must be proficient in Solidworks or similar CAD software, 3-D modeling and 3-D prototyping
Candidates must have strong GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) experience
Demonstrated record of successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously
Demonstrated record of success working in a high pressure, tight deadline situation
Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills

Fremont, California

Full time