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Robotics Mechanical Integration Engineer

Tesla Motors, Inc.
92,720 - 360,000 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Palo Alto
Sep 16, 2025
What to Expect The Tesla Robotics Team designs and builds humanoid bi-pedal robots (Optimus) to perform tasks that are boring, repetitive, and dangerous for humans. The team joins mechanical, electrical, controls, software, and manufacturing engineering disciplines in a highly collaborative team. We are seeking talented Mechanical Design Engineers to play a role in building this ambitious vision into reality. There will be an emphasis on creative problem-solving abilities and technical rigor for this role. What You'll Do Lead mechanical system integration across the full robot, performing compatibility checks throughout development process and tracking impacts from design changes Support requirement definition including functionality, manufacturing, and cosmetics; continuously evaluating impacts of design changes Support and execute virtual builds, development bucks, physical prototypes, and pre-series production validation Manage top-level product BOM and kinematic models, ensuring CAD completeness and compatibility Create and maintain URDF models to translate CAD into accurate virtual representation for simulation and software control; verify accuracy against real hardware Perform 3D dimensional analysis to predict and control the effects of manufacturing variation on precision and kinematics of bot Lead the mechanical design for motion tracking hardware What You'll Bring Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience Must have experience in full product lifecycle from concept through production; experience with product lifecycle management tools is an advantage Knowledgeable in varied part manufacturing processes such as stampings, large castings/moldings, precision machining, electronics Proven execution, problem solving, and strong communication skills Proficiency in designing parts and assemblies using 3D modeling software (CATIA/3DX software preferred) Experience drafting engineering drawings and conducting GD&T stack-up analysis (3DCS software preferred) 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: Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) 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 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 $92,720 - $360,000/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.