CFD Analysis Engineer, Product Safety Engineering

Overview

What To Expect:
This role focuses on creating computational models to analyze the abuse tolerance of high-voltage components and systems within Tesla's diverse product line. The Analysis Engineer will leverage these models to assess potential hazards and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive the development of safer and more robust battery packs.

• Develop heat transfer, fluid flow, and combustion models to simulate system performance under abuse scenarios
• Design novel tests to study battery properties in abusive conditions and correlate findings with computational models
• Build and utilize first-principle analytical models to accelerate design decisions
• Establish standards to guide design directions for new programs
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate safety considerations into battery pack development

• Degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience, with 2 years of relevant work experience
• Strong foundation in thermal and mechanical engineering principles
• Demonstrated experience in thermal modeling for at least one relevant product line
• Familiarity with CFD tools such as Star-CCM+ or Ansys Fluent
• Proficiency in MATLAB and CAD software
• Experience with measurement equipment like DAQs and sensors
• Understanding of basic electrochemistry principles

Compensation and Benefits

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans with 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 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, and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits including: 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

$92,720 - $256,200/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include other elements depending on the position offered. Details will be provided if an offer of employment is made.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
• Utilities