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Davita Inc.

Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, Drive Inverter

Davita Inc., Palo Alto

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What to Expect

Tesla's Vehicle Power Electronics group is seeking a skilled and motivated Staff Mechanical Engineer to join the Drive Inverter design team. This role involves pushing power electronics designs to their physical limits, requiring a strong technical background, critical thinking, passion for new technologies, and the ability to execute efficiently.

What You'll Do

  • Design and create 3D models of mechanical packaged semiconductor components and assemblies.
  • Perform mechanical design analysis including thermal, CFD, structural, assembly, and testing considerations.
  • Address electronics packaging challenges such as electrical isolation, sealing, thermal management, interconnections, shock and vibration, EMI, RF communications, etc.
  • Develop engineering test plans for designs.
  • Create detailed drawings and manufacturing instructions for parts and assemblies.
  • Assist in prototype builds and component fabrication.
  • Collaborate with mechanical, systems, electrical, digital control, manufacturing, industrial design, and test engineers to develop designs from concept to mass production.

What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • At least 8 years of related industry experience, including experience managing or leading small teams.
  • Deep understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals such as heat transfer, fluids, statics, dynamics, and structural design.
  • Extensive experience designing and building mechanical assemblies and shipping products into volume production.
  • Knowledge of materials used in electronics packaging (metals, insulators, plastics, etc.).
  • Proficiency with 3D mechanical design tools (e.g., CATIA) and analysis tools (e.g., COMSOL, ANSYS Icepak, StarCCM).
  • Experience with GD&T, CATIA V5/V6, and PLM systems.
  • Familiarity with environmental, reliability, safety standards for automotive, consumer, industrial, or residential products.
  • Experience with high-volume manufacturing processes like injection molding, stamping, die casting, etc., and knowledge of design for reliability and manufacturability.
  • Basic knowledge of Matlab and/or Python.
  • Understanding of electrical design fundamentals, PCBAs, and high voltage mechanical design.

Compensation and Benefits

As a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for benefits from day one, including:

  • Multiple medical plans with $0 payroll deduction options.
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
  • Dental and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution options.
  • Company-paid HSA contributions, FSA options, and 401(k) with employer match.
  • Life, AD&D, disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program, paid time off, holidays, and parental support resources.
  • Additional voluntary benefits such as critical illness, pet insurance, and more.

Expected salary ranges from $137,680 to $256,200 annually, plus bonuses and stock awards. Compensation varies based on experience, location, and other factors. Details will be provided upon job offer.

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