Thermal Test Engineer, Hardware Test Engineering Job at Tesla in Fremont

Thermal Test Engineer, Hardware Test Engineering Join Tesla’s fast‑growing, diverse team of multi‑disciplinary engineers dedicated to accelerating the world’s transition to sustainable energy. What To Expect We are a team focused on validating thermal systems for our vehicle programs, ensuring the functionality, performance, and durability of critical thermal hardware across all Tesla vehicle platforms from concept to production. What You’ll Do Own and drive hardware validation efforts for thermal management components and subsystems such as compressors, A/C lines, heat exchangers, hoses, coolant pumps, HVAC blowers, and electronic valves. Test, debug, and validate vehicle thermal hardware and firmware at the component, system, and full‑vehicle levels, including the debugging and validation of Tesla‑designed testing equipment and systems within a dedicated test infrastructure. Write and maintain test software to automate test execution, data collection, and data analysis; optimize test setups and infrastructure to drive continuous improvements and greater efficiency. Manage tests from setup through execution and reporting, including test planning, traceability, development, execution, inspections, root‑cause analysis, and data processing. Ensure test findings are well‑documented, quickly communicated to external teams, and that corrective actions are achieved through collaboration with design, software partners, the failure analysis lab, reliability team, and suppliers. Develop and maintain validation schedules, coordinate test resources, and communicate status or blockers to program managers. Actively engage with teams across the organization to seek assistance, identify company tools, and propose process enhancements that elevate our testing setups and overall validation processes. What You’ll Bring Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent experience. Strong background in CAN communication, including hands‑on experience with network configuration, integration, and troubleshooting within automotive or similar embedded systems environments. Coding experience with Python, Pytest, Git, and/or C. Experience using standard lab and test equipment such as power supplies, DAQs, pressure transducers, flow meters, temperature sensors; background in Thermodynamics with an understanding of refrigeration and coolant systems. Familiarity with common thermal components. Experience configuring and maintaining Jenkins pipelines for continuous integration processes. Familiarity with Linux‑based development environments and command‑line tools for managing test equipment, running automated tests, and debugging hardware/system issues. Experience with high‑voltage and low‑voltage component validation (inverters, power electronics, motors). Experience using controlled environmental chambers to perform validation tests, develop and execute test plans, and verify system performance under varying conditions. Knowledge of applying electrical engineering principles to troubleshoot and validate vehicle systems and test infrastructure setups is a plus. Benefits Aetna PPO and HSA plans; 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction. Family‑building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits. Dental (incl. orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both with $0 paycheck contribution. Company‑Paid HSA contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, pet insurance. Weight‑loss and tobacco cessation programs. Tesla Babies program. Commuter benefits. Employee discounts and perks program. Compensation and Benefits Expected Compensation: $80,000 – $174,000 annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits. Pay offered may vary depending on location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Quality Assurance Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing, Utilities #J-18808-Ljbffr