Job Description

Locations

• Palo Alto, California, United States

Salary

Skills Required

• proficiency in electronic circuit root cause analysisintermediate
• hardware debugging techniquesintermediate
• electrical instrumentation and characterization tools such as x-ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)intermediate
• electrical characterization (IV curves, leakage, Rds(on), threshold drift, capacitance, partial discharge inception/extinction)intermediate
• failure analysis techniques such as X-ray, CT, CSAM, cross-sectioning, optical microscopy, SEM, and EDXintermediate
• methods to design-in reliability for electronics, including electronic computer-aided design and mechanical computer-aided engineering (CAE) data into 3D finite element models (e.g. using Sherlock)intermediate
• high-voltage insulation & PD testingintermediate
• power electronics or PV/EV charging systemsintermediate
• potting/encapsulation materials, TIMs, and adhesivesintermediate
• various inspection techniquesintermediate

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience (experience)
• Understanding of failure characterization and reliability of HV/LV electronics hardware with one or more years of relevant experience (experience)
• Hands-on characterization of electronic components with a focus on power semiconductors (e.g. MOSFETs), but also including passives, connectors, adhesives, and insulation materials as needed (experience)
• Working knowledge of testing methods employed to determine quality and reliability of electrical components preferred (experience)
• Perform electrical characterization (IV curves, leakage, Rds(on), threshold drift, capacitance, partial discharge inception/extinction) (experience)
• Experience using failure analysis techniques such as X-ray, CT, CSAM, cross-sectioning, optical microscopy, SEM, and EDX (experience)
• Document and classify failure modes & mechanisms to feed design rules and supplier requirements (experience)
• Knowledge of methods to design-in reliability for electronics, including electronic computer-aided design and mechanical computer-aided engineering (CAE) data into 3D finite element models (e.g. using Sherlock) a plus (experience)
• Experience with high-voltage insulation & PD testing. Background in power electronics or PV/EV charging systems preferred (experience)
• Understanding of potting/encapsulation materials, TIMs, and adhesives (experience)

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of testing methods employed to determine quality and reliability of electrical components preferred (experience)
• Knowledge of methods to design-in reliability for electronics, including electronic computer-aided design and mechanical computer-aided engineering (CAE) data into 3D finite element models (e.g. using Sherlock) a plus (experience)
• Experience with high-voltage insulation & PD testing. Background in power electronics or PV/EV charging systems preferred (experience)

Responsibilities

• Apply various inspection techniques to evaluate the state of health of electronic components and identify signs of degradation for diagnostics and prognostics of new Tesla designs during the development phase
• Provide insights into hardware root causes of detected accelerated life test failures and recommend potential mitigations to address these issues for early Tesla design spins
• Collaborate with colleagues across teams to drive effective communications with leadership to present results and propose solutions
• Lead innovation in inspection methodologies and deepen the understanding of failure modes to optimize the remaining useful life for Tesla Energy & Charging products
• Maintain a safe and efficient laboratory space by following safety and 5S best practices
• Actively train colleagues on lab equipment usage and inspection methodologies, fostering a knowledgeable and skilled team

Benefits

• general: Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• general: Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• general: Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• general: Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• general: Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• general: 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• general: Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• general: Employee Assistance Program
• general: Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
• general: Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• general: Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• general: Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• general: Tesla Babies program
• general: Commuter benefits
• general: Employee discounts and perks program

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