Sr. Test Engineer

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Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Sr. Test Engineer to contribute to the continuous improvement of Manufacturing Test Equipment for the Global Service Manufacturing team. They will aid in designing, developing, and optimizing test equipment for Tesla’s Battery, Drive Unit, Charger, and Power Electronics lines across several vehicle models. Additional responsibilities include supporting equipment debugging tasks and continuous improvement of legacy test and automation equipment.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high‑growth group within Tesla while working in an innovative environment where any ideas for improvement, development and enhancement will be welcomed.

• Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead‑time limits.
• Define the most efficient plan for testing, automating and improving focusing on time/cost reduction and low complexity to promptly release new automation and test equipment.
• Interact with various design, manufacturing, and firmware teams throughout the project.
• Generate aesthetically simple GUI screens for complex test and automation machinery while providing sufficient feedback for troubleshooting.
• Establish great working relationships with vendors and manage their deliverables.
• Continually design and implement improvements to released equipment.

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Software Engineering or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Industry experience developing with NI Lab View and Test Stand a must.
• Experience working with CAN and XNET a plus.
• Exposure to additional programming languages is a plus (Python, C#, C++, Java, etc.).
• Familiarity with electronic circuits. Experience with high voltage environments is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines.
• Exposure to a wide variety of test and automation systems, production machinery, industrial sensors, data acquisition and I/O devices (e.g., pogo‑pins, pressure transducers, temperature controllers, current and power meters, PLCs, etc.).
• Solid understanding of software and programming best practices.

• 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 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).
• 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.

• Test Engineer – $93,600 – $140,400/annual salary.
• Sr Test Engineer – $104,400 – $156,600/annual salary.

+ cash and stock awards + benefits for all levels.

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.