Sr. Electrical Engineer, Automated Test Equipment
Tesla
Sr. Electrical Engineer, Automated Test Equipment
Job Description
We’re seeking a motivated, hands-on engineer with an electrical engineering background to join our Manufacturing Test Engineering team. This group designs and builds data-driven automated test equipment supporting Tesla’s power electronics and battery production lines.You’ll play a key role in developing the “machine that builds the machine,” working closely with product design and manufacturing teams worldwide. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and eager to learn while taking ownership in a fast-paced environment. This role requires up to ~20% domestic and international travel.
Locations
- Palo Alto, California, United States
Salary
124,000 - 222,000 USD / yearly
Estimated Salary Rangehigh confidence
160,000 - 220,000 USD / yearly
Source: ai estimated
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- specifying electrical test equipment including but not limited to power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power analyzersintermediate
- building complex machine schematics in EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar electrical CAD softwareintermediate
- automation in an industrial/manufacturing environmentintermediate
- high voltage power electronics (inverters, DC-DC converters, etc.)intermediate
- hands-on controls/mechatronics/test/automation engineeringintermediate
- integrate electrical test equipment including measurement tools, power supplies, sensors, and I/O devicesintermediate
- statistical methods such as GR&R and Cpkintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Capable of specifying electrical test equipment including but not limited to power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power analyzers (experience)
- Proficiency building complex machine schematics in EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar electrical CAD software (experience)
- Exposure to automation in an industrial/manufacturing environment (experience)
- Exposure to high voltage power electronics (inverters, DC-DC converters, etc.) (experience)
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a similar engineering field, or equivalent experience (experience)
- 5+ years of hands-on controls/mechatronics/test/automation engineering experience (experience, 5 years)
Responsibilities
- Architect fully automated testing machinery from first principles, optimizing cost, lead time, complexity, and test coverage
- Develop detailed test specifications and execution plans while mentoring junior engineers on subsystem design and implementation
- Research, specify, and integrate electrical test equipment including measurement tools, power supplies, sensors, and I/O devices
- Design and review NFPA79/NEC/UL508A-compliant industrial electrical control panels
- Implement and validate OSHA- and ISO-compliant industrial safety systems for high-voltage and mechanical hazards
- Debug and optimize automated processes to improve reliability, reduce cycle time, and maximize uptime
- Characterize and validate equipment and test processes using statistical methods such as GR&R and Cpk
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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Sr. Electrical Engineer, Automated Test Equipment
Tesla
Sr. Electrical Engineer, Automated Test Equipment
Job Description
We’re seeking a motivated, hands-on engineer with an electrical engineering background to join our Manufacturing Test Engineering team. This group designs and builds data-driven automated test equipment supporting Tesla’s power electronics and battery production lines.You’ll play a key role in developing the “machine that builds the machine,” working closely with product design and manufacturing teams worldwide. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and eager to learn while taking ownership in a fast-paced environment. This role requires up to ~20% domestic and international travel.
Locations
- Palo Alto, California, United States
Salary
124,000 - 222,000 USD / yearly
Estimated Salary Rangehigh confidence
160,000 - 220,000 USD / yearly
Source: ai estimated
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- specifying electrical test equipment including but not limited to power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power analyzersintermediate
- building complex machine schematics in EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar electrical CAD softwareintermediate
- automation in an industrial/manufacturing environmentintermediate
- high voltage power electronics (inverters, DC-DC converters, etc.)intermediate
- hands-on controls/mechatronics/test/automation engineeringintermediate
- integrate electrical test equipment including measurement tools, power supplies, sensors, and I/O devicesintermediate
- statistical methods such as GR&R and Cpkintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Capable of specifying electrical test equipment including but not limited to power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power analyzers (experience)
- Proficiency building complex machine schematics in EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar electrical CAD software (experience)
- Exposure to automation in an industrial/manufacturing environment (experience)
- Exposure to high voltage power electronics (inverters, DC-DC converters, etc.) (experience)
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a similar engineering field, or equivalent experience (experience)
- 5+ years of hands-on controls/mechatronics/test/automation engineering experience (experience, 5 years)
Responsibilities
- Architect fully automated testing machinery from first principles, optimizing cost, lead time, complexity, and test coverage
- Develop detailed test specifications and execution plans while mentoring junior engineers on subsystem design and implementation
- Research, specify, and integrate electrical test equipment including measurement tools, power supplies, sensors, and I/O devices
- Design and review NFPA79/NEC/UL508A-compliant industrial electrical control panels
- Implement and validate OSHA- and ISO-compliant industrial safety systems for high-voltage and mechanical hazards
- Debug and optimize automated processes to improve reliability, reduce cycle time, and maximize uptime
- Characterize and validate equipment and test processes using statistical methods such as GR&R and Cpk
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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