Mechanical Engineer, Packaging Engineering

Mechanical Design Engineer

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Vehicle Packaging team in developing world-class designs for use in high volume automation equipment. You will serve as a highly technical contributor on the team responsible for design, optimization, prototyping and validation of new ways to deliver components safely and efficiently throughout our supply chain and manufacturing processes.

This is a very unique opportunity to engage with all facets of vehicle development from technology and design through component delivery and final manufacturing. The successful candidate must have the ability to work quickly and efficiently with a high level of precision, have strong interpersonal and communication skills, be detail oriented, and not afraid to re-define tradition.

Responsibilities

Deliver technical designs of vehicle packaging and material handling that are optimized for weight, precision, manufacturing, durability and velocityPerform CAD, FEA, and durability simulation of concept designs, recommend physical prototype candidates, and execute testingConduct technical design reviews and ensure compliance to standards (ASTM, ISTA, etc.)Deliver finished designs, detailed drawings, and engineering specifications to be used for supplier bidding and complianceResearch and implement new techniques and technologies, including materials to continually improve vehicle packaging capabilityParticipate in supplier evaluations to ensure technical deliverables can be achievedPartner with engineering teams in design, manufacturing, material flow, and packaging projects to develop design methodology, functional requirements, and execute concept through buy-offRequirements

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