Component Test Engineer, Seats

CategoryEngineering & Information TechnologyLocationFremont, CaliforniaRequisition ID276790TypeFull-timeJob DescriptionThis person will work as a member of Tesla’s Engineering Test Team to support component and system level testing of various vehicle systems from concept through program release. This person would work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines. Multiple roles are open, including roles in camera integration, closures, and interiors testing. Job ResponsibilitiesConduct hands-on component and system level R&D: characterization, reliability, and durability testing Work directly with reliability and design engineers to support Design Validation Plan (DVP) development, and lead test planning activities (test scheduling, prioritization, specifications etc.) Develop test fixtures using CAD and work with in-house or external labs for fixture fabrication Conduct detailed inspections such as torque checks, crack checks, CAN signal review, etc. to identify and root cause failures Write necessary scripts to automate testing Conduct data acquisition and instrumentation of sensors such as load cells, strain gages, LVDT etc. Investigate test failures, post process test data and make detailed test reports for clear communication of results Work in close collaboration with test technicians, instrumentation, CAE, reliability and design teams Maintain a clean and organized workspace in a highly dynamic and fast paced environment Job RequirementsBachelor's Degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience Strong engineering fundamentals Test experience from school projects, internships, or other relevant experience You love to be hands-on, genuine curiosity to figure out why something doesn’t work Demonstrated experience debugging and troubleshooting technical problems Experience with sensors (load cells, strain gages, LVDT etc.) and data acquisition systems such as National Instruments, Dewesoft, etc. …

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