Tesla
Sr. Chassis Test Engineer
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Sr. Chassis Test Engineer
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What To Expect This position will work as a member of Tesla’s reliability and test team to develop and execute component and system level testing of vehicle chassis and body structural components using servo hydraulic test equipment either in‑house or at external labs.
What You’ll Do
Conduct hands‑on component and system level durability and strength tests using MTS servo hydraulic systems
Work directly with reliability and design engineers for 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 and crack checks, identify and root‑cause failures
Conduct data acquisition and instrumentation of sensors such as load cells, strain gages, LVDT, etc.
Post‑process test data and make detailed test reports
Be involved with general test equipment maintenance and lab expansions
Work in close collaboration with test technicians, instrumentation, CAE, reliability and design teams
Maintain a clean and organized work environment
What You’ll Bring
Degree in Mechanical, Automotive or Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent experience
5+ years durability and strength testing of vehicle chassis and/or structural components (suspension, steering, body in white, etc.)
Experience in MTS FlexTest controllers, MultiPurpose TestWare (MPT) and MTS TestSuite (mpe) software; experience with RPC a plus but not needed
Experience with instrumentation (load cells, strain gages, LVDT, etc.) and data acquisition systems like HBM Somat
eDAQ
and Dewesoft
Experience with CAD and fixture design
Proven track record as a hands‑on test engineer (test planning, development, execution, inspections, root‑cause analysis, data processing, report writing)
Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
Excellent written & verbal communication skills
Strong organization skills with meticulous attention to detail
Benefits
Aetna PPO and HSA plans – two medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family‑building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both with options for a $0 paycheck contribution
Company‑paid 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 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 - $204,000/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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Tesla
Join to apply for the
Sr. Chassis Test Engineer
role at
Tesla
What To Expect This position will work as a member of Tesla’s reliability and test team to develop and execute component and system level testing of vehicle chassis and body structural components using servo hydraulic test equipment either in‑house or at external labs.
What You’ll Do
Conduct hands‑on component and system level durability and strength tests using MTS servo hydraulic systems
Work directly with reliability and design engineers for 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 and crack checks, identify and root‑cause failures
Conduct data acquisition and instrumentation of sensors such as load cells, strain gages, LVDT, etc.
Post‑process test data and make detailed test reports
Be involved with general test equipment maintenance and lab expansions
Work in close collaboration with test technicians, instrumentation, CAE, reliability and design teams
Maintain a clean and organized work environment
What You’ll Bring
Degree in Mechanical, Automotive or Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent experience
5+ years durability and strength testing of vehicle chassis and/or structural components (suspension, steering, body in white, etc.)
Experience in MTS FlexTest controllers, MultiPurpose TestWare (MPT) and MTS TestSuite (mpe) software; experience with RPC a plus but not needed
Experience with instrumentation (load cells, strain gages, LVDT, etc.) and data acquisition systems like HBM Somat
eDAQ
and Dewesoft
Experience with CAD and fixture design
Proven track record as a hands‑on test engineer (test planning, development, execution, inspections, root‑cause analysis, data processing, report writing)
Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
Excellent written & verbal communication skills
Strong organization skills with meticulous attention to detail
Benefits
Aetna PPO and HSA plans – two medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family‑building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both with options for a $0 paycheck contribution
Company‑paid 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 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 - $204,000/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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