Sr. Battery Test Engineer, Energy Systems at Tesla
Palo Alto, CA 94301
About the Job
What to ExpectAs a Senior/Staff Reliability Test Engineer focusing on Battery Systems, you will play a key role in designing reliability into Tesla Energy’s battery modules and packs. This role follows the reliability lifecycle of the product from concept to design, development testing/analysis, manufacturing, and field operation to design-in, confirm, and grow exceptional reliability at every stage
You will investigate failures through physical testing of residential and industrial energy batteries to accurately predict the system’s robustness and optimize product reliability while accelerating Tesla’s next gen products’ time to market. What You’ll DoLead reliability test execution for all Industrial & Residential Energy BatteriesDetermine Battery test solutions that optimize for product reliability and durability, DFMEA-based risk mitigations, test team resources, and program schedulesExecute product, subsystem, and component level reliability/durability testingConduct test data analysis, clearly communicate test results, and collaborate with design and reliability engineers to resolve issues detected in testingDesign and implement next generation hardware test systems and setups to facilitate reliable design characterization and accelerated life testing Procure and develop required test equipment, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems to enhance creative component and product level reliability testing. Facilitate failure analysis to understand root cause and drive resolution for failures originating in testingContinuously drive design risk burndown to ensure product design is reliable and durable Collaborate cross-functionally with design, reliability, and manufacturing engineers to suggest design and/or process improvements and to address reliability & durability issues based on understanding of failure root causes Train technicians and interns to operate and troubleshoot test systems and comply with safety policies and regulationsWhat You’ll BringDegree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a equivalent experience3-10 years of experience in battery hardware design, design validation, hardware testing, mechanical system reliability and durability testing Knowledge of programming in scripting languages for test automation and data analysis / post-processing Knowledge of Battery Management Systems and HV ElectronicsExperience specifying sensors for test instrumentation and utilizing data acquisition systemsExperience pro-actively owning and delivering test engineering projects within accelerated validation timelinesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent organization and documentation skillsExperience working safely with high voltage equipmentProven ability to develop reliability and durability test setups including environmental, mechanical, and electrical stress testing highly preferredCompensation and BenefitsBenefits 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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)LGBTQ+ care concierge services401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation $80,000 - $300,000/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.Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities
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You will investigate failures through physical testing of residential and industrial energy batteries to accurately predict the system’s robustness and optimize product reliability while accelerating Tesla’s next gen products’ time to market. What You’ll DoLead reliability test execution for all Industrial & Residential Energy BatteriesDetermine Battery test solutions that optimize for product reliability and durability, DFMEA-based risk mitigations, test team resources, and program schedulesExecute product, subsystem, and component level reliability/durability testingConduct test data analysis, clearly communicate test results, and collaborate with design and reliability engineers to resolve issues detected in testingDesign and implement next generation hardware test systems and setups to facilitate reliable design characterization and accelerated life testing Procure and develop required test equipment, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems to enhance creative component and product level reliability testing. Facilitate failure analysis to understand root cause and drive resolution for failures originating in testingContinuously drive design risk burndown to ensure product design is reliable and durable Collaborate cross-functionally with design, reliability, and manufacturing engineers to suggest design and/or process improvements and to address reliability & durability issues based on understanding of failure root causes Train technicians and interns to operate and troubleshoot test systems and comply with safety policies and regulationsWhat You’ll BringDegree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a equivalent experience3-10 years of experience in battery hardware design, design validation, hardware testing, mechanical system reliability and durability testing Knowledge of programming in scripting languages for test automation and data analysis / post-processing Knowledge of Battery Management Systems and HV ElectronicsExperience specifying sensors for test instrumentation and utilizing data acquisition systemsExperience pro-actively owning and delivering test engineering projects within accelerated validation timelinesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent organization and documentation skillsExperience working safely with high voltage equipmentProven ability to develop reliability and durability test setups including environmental, mechanical, and electrical stress testing highly preferredCompensation and BenefitsBenefits 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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)LGBTQ+ care concierge services401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation $80,000 - $300,000/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.Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities
Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here)
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