Tesla Motors, Inc.
Motor Electromagnetic & NVH Modeling Engineer
Tesla Motors, Inc., Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
What to Expect
Tesla is seeking a motivated engineer for research and development of electric motors. This positions is critical to the development of high-performance, high efficiency, and low-cost electric powertrain for Tesla's current and future electrica vehicles. This person will be working with the motor research team to improve modeling accuracy of electric motor losses and flux, design & optimize electric powertrain, develop test plans and perform measurements in the dyno lab.
What You’ll Do
Develop in-house electric motor design tools, continue evolving finite element tools to improve high frequency loss mdoeling in the core and conductors
Develop analytical model to improve the flux linkage and loss calculation for various types of motors
Optimize the motor design methodology from lamination level to powertrain system, optimizing the computational resource needed to allow exploring larger design space
Detailed motor design and optimization to optimize system cost, efficiency and NVH
Motor dyno loss characterization and fault characterization
Explore and design innovative motor topology
Develop motor control simulation model and support motor control firmware
Create simulation model for thermal model development and system engineering
What You’ll Bring
Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience
Strong mathematical and physical understanding on speed/frquency dependent loss mechanism
Excellent knowledge on finite element method
Strong Matlab or Python programming skills
Knowledge on motor thermal modeling
Experience on electric motor loss characterization
Knowledge on electric vehicle powertrain system
Knowledge on motor control theory
Expertise including NVH analysis in electric motors and drive unit, rotor structural analysis, magnetic materials, and finite element model development
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 > 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 (Health Savings Account) 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 (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: 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 $100,160 - $225,840/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
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What You’ll Do
Develop in-house electric motor design tools, continue evolving finite element tools to improve high frequency loss mdoeling in the core and conductors
Develop analytical model to improve the flux linkage and loss calculation for various types of motors
Optimize the motor design methodology from lamination level to powertrain system, optimizing the computational resource needed to allow exploring larger design space
Detailed motor design and optimization to optimize system cost, efficiency and NVH
Motor dyno loss characterization and fault characterization
Explore and design innovative motor topology
Develop motor control simulation model and support motor control firmware
Create simulation model for thermal model development and system engineering
What You’ll Bring
Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience
Strong mathematical and physical understanding on speed/frquency dependent loss mechanism
Excellent knowledge on finite element method
Strong Matlab or Python programming skills
Knowledge on motor thermal modeling
Experience on electric motor loss characterization
Knowledge on electric vehicle powertrain system
Knowledge on motor control theory
Expertise including NVH analysis in electric motors and drive unit, rotor structural analysis, magnetic materials, and finite element model development
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 > 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 (Health Savings Account) 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 (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: 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 $100,160 - $225,840/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
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