Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Structures, Drive Systems, Semi
Tesla - Palo Alto, CA
posted 3 months ago
About the position
As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer specializing in Structures and Drive Systems for the Tesla Semi, you will be part of a dynamic and fast-paced team dedicated to the design and development of heavy-duty transmission systems. This role involves a high level of leadership and contribution to the architecture and design of semi-truck components, particularly focusing on mass-efficient castings and forgings such as gearboxes and motor housings. You will collaborate closely with various teams, including vehicle integration and production line teams, to ensure that the designs are not only innovative but also practical for assembly and service within the greater vehicle context. Your responsibilities will include working with reliability teams to diagnose and improve designs based on testing results and field issues. You will be expected to develop designs with a strong emphasis on design for assembly at volume, collaborating with the Manufacturing Engineering team to ensure that the designs can be efficiently produced. You will own the detail design of individual components, guiding them from initial concept through to sourcing collaboration and first parts inspection. Additionally, you will work with analysis and test teams to define specifications and guide fixture design for testing, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and meet all necessary standards. This position requires a deep understanding of heavy-duty/Class 8 transmission design, particularly with a focus on structural castings. You will need to demonstrate system-level design ownership and possess strong 3D modeling skills, preferably with Catia V5. Your experience should include casting design for volume production, as well as detailed 3D and 2D release of iron and aluminum castings, forgings, and molded parts. You will also need to have experience in component and sub-system level structural CAE, working alongside CAE specialists for complex analyses. Attention to detail, a strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), and excellent time management skills are essential for success in this role.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of semi-truck and heavy-duty transmission designs and architectures.
- Collaborate with vehicle and production line integration teams to ensure successful assembly and service.
- Work with reliability teams to diagnose and improve designs based on test results or field issues.
- Develop designs with a focus on design for assembly at volume, in conjunction with the Manufacturing Engineering team.
- Own the detail design of individual components from concept to sourcing collaboration and first parts inspection.
- Define specifications and guide fixture design for testing in collaboration with analysis and test teams.
- Drive the project team to ensure on-time delivery of projects.
Requirements
- Experience in heavy duty/Class 8 transmission design with a focus on structural castings.
- Proven system level design ownership.
- Strong 3D modeling experience, preferably with Catia V5.
- Experience in casting design for volume production.
- Proficient in detail 3D and 2D release of iron and aluminum castings, forgings, and molded parts.
- Experience in component and sub-system level structural CAE, working with CAE specialists for complex analyses.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
- Strong time management and self-motivation skills.
Benefits
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans with $0 payroll deduction for medical options.
- Family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
- Dental and vision plans with options for $0 paycheck contribution.
- Company paid HSA contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan.
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
- LGBTQ+ care concierge services.
- 401(k) with employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Plans.
- 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.
