Job Description
What to Expect This is a high-agency, hands-on role where you will work on the architecture and integration of low voltage power and actuators in our autonomous vehicles. You will serve as the electrical lead for one or multiple subsystems, driving cross-functional decision-making that bridges the gap between hardware and software. This role demands high-level judgment to translate complex system interactions into clear, safety-first requirements. You will drive component designs from concept through implementation, defining validation strategies, and conducting system testing. Beyond the desk, you will implement prototypes, system bringup on bucks, lead deep-dive debugs, and support factory bringups to create the world's most efficient and vertically integrated autonomous vehicles.
What You'll Do - Applysystems engineering principles to distill high-levelobjectivesinto quantifiable constraints and actionable requirements for hardware and software teams
- Develop code and scripts to solve complex integration problems,developprototypes,automate workflows, and bridge gaps between subsystems
- Leaddiscussions amonga widevariety of engineers specializing in electrical, mechanical, firmware, manufacturingetcdomains
- Define and executehands-onvehicle-level test plans,utilizingdata analysis tovalidatesoftware features and hardware interactionsandtriageissues
- ActivelydevelopAI-enabledworkflows to accelerate decision-making, requirement setting, and feedback analysis
- Be responsible forthe overall functional andperformancematurityofasystem and its features from early prototyping to full deployment
- Lead the triage and debugging of complex hardware and software interactions during design, launch, and deployment
- Exercise critical thinking and leadership to manage program priorities, support multiple projects simultaneously, and communicate technical risks to cross-functional stakeholders
What You'll Bring - Degree in Electrical Engineering, or related field with a focus on embedded systems or equivalent experience
- Fluency in developing code to solve engineering problems (Python, C++, or similar). You must be comfortable building your own tools and simulations
- Demonstrated ability to use AI tools for engineering tasks, including requirement generation, code assistance, and data synthesis
- Strong "systems thinking" approach with the ability to understand n-th order impacts of software and process changes on the wider vehicle architecture
- Exceptional critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills. You must be able to lead through influence and judgment
- 1-4 years of experience in systems integration, debugging complex subsystems, or software-defined hardware environments
- Proficiency in data visualization and analysis tools (MATLAB, Python, etc.) to drive engineering decisions
- Understanding of the hardware and software development lifecycle, including Functional Safety (HARA, FSC, TSC, System FMEA, FMEDA) and validation processes
- Familiarity with embedded systems (microcontroller architecture, comms protocols like SPI/I2C/CAN/Ethernet) and complex electro-mechanical systems (steering/braking vehicle systems, robotics/automation, or aerospace/drones)
- Hands-on experience in power conversion, motor controls (BLDC/BDC drivers), sensors (IMUs/encoders), or battery management systems (BMS)
Compensation and Benefits Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
- Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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 $120,000 - $252,000/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.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Flexible hours