Tesla
Electrical Hardware Validation Engineer, Optimus
Tesla, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
Electrical Hardware Validation Engineer, Optimus
What To Expect
Tesla is at the forefront of developing humanoid robots, known as Optimus or Tesla Bot, to revolutionize automation in manufacturing and material handling. By using advanced AI, Optimus enables highly adaptable and autonomous operation. As part of our Robotic Hardware Validation team, we are seeking an Electrical Hardware Validation Engineer to play a critical role in testing and validating the Tesla Bot. You will design and implement comprehensive tests at system, sub-system and component levels, ensuring the reliability, performance, and safety of our cutting-edge humanoid robot. As an entry-level engineer, you will take direction from senior engineers while assuming full responsibility for the tests you design and run, providing summaries directly to leadership.
What You\'ll Do
Work with design partners to create test plans
Design and implement hardware test systems to facilitate design characterization and reliability testing
Design and build test systems for sensors, wire harnesses, and motor controllers
Operate robotic limbs, actuators, and PCBs to meet test requirements
Analyze test data, identify issues and potential root causes of system failures, and collaborate with responsible parties to drive resolution
Document test procedures, results, and analysis clearly and concisely
Collaborate cross-functionally with design, reliability, and manufacturing engineers to suggest design and/or process improvements and address system durability issues
What You\'ll Bring
Bachelor\'s Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
Proven experience in designing and/or testing electrical or robotic systems
Strong intuition for troubleshooting test setups
Experience with electrical and mechanical CAD tools (e.g., Altium and SolidWorks)
Ability to use Python or MATLAB for test data interpretation. Preference for those with experience using version control systems (e.g., Git)
Experience with selection and implementation of various electrical test equipment
Proven ability to articulate technical concepts and issues clearly through documentation and presentations
Benefits
Compensation and Benefits: Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire
Aetna PPO and HSA plans with multiple medical options and $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans with $0 payroll contribution
Company Paid HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care 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
$80,000 - $174,000 annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on location, knowledge, skills, and experience. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an offer of employment is made.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Quality Assurance
Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Utilities
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Tesla is at the forefront of developing humanoid robots, known as Optimus or Tesla Bot, to revolutionize automation in manufacturing and material handling. By using advanced AI, Optimus enables highly adaptable and autonomous operation. As part of our Robotic Hardware Validation team, we are seeking an Electrical Hardware Validation Engineer to play a critical role in testing and validating the Tesla Bot. You will design and implement comprehensive tests at system, sub-system and component levels, ensuring the reliability, performance, and safety of our cutting-edge humanoid robot. As an entry-level engineer, you will take direction from senior engineers while assuming full responsibility for the tests you design and run, providing summaries directly to leadership.
What You\'ll Do
Work with design partners to create test plans
Design and implement hardware test systems to facilitate design characterization and reliability testing
Design and build test systems for sensors, wire harnesses, and motor controllers
Operate robotic limbs, actuators, and PCBs to meet test requirements
Analyze test data, identify issues and potential root causes of system failures, and collaborate with responsible parties to drive resolution
Document test procedures, results, and analysis clearly and concisely
Collaborate cross-functionally with design, reliability, and manufacturing engineers to suggest design and/or process improvements and address system durability issues
What You\'ll Bring
Bachelor\'s Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
Proven experience in designing and/or testing electrical or robotic systems
Strong intuition for troubleshooting test setups
Experience with electrical and mechanical CAD tools (e.g., Altium and SolidWorks)
Ability to use Python or MATLAB for test data interpretation. Preference for those with experience using version control systems (e.g., Git)
Experience with selection and implementation of various electrical test equipment
Proven ability to articulate technical concepts and issues clearly through documentation and presentations
Benefits
Compensation and Benefits: Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire
Aetna PPO and HSA plans with multiple medical options and $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans with $0 payroll contribution
Company Paid HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care 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
$80,000 - $174,000 annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on location, knowledge, skills, and experience. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an offer of employment is made.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Quality Assurance
Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Utilities
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