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Dyno Test Engineer, Reliability & Test

Tesla Motors, Inc.
91,600 - 195,600 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Palo Alto
Apr 28, 2026
What to Expect Tesla is building a world powered by solar energy, stored in batteries, and transported by electric vehicles. In this pursuit, we are building a technically strong, motivated, and fast-moving engineering team which prides itself on superior execution. TheReliability & TestEngineeringTeam is responsible forverifyingandvalidatingthe thermal, electrical,and mechanicalreliabilityof components and systems throughout our product line. Our teamalsosupports field failure investigations and manufacturing change control.We are seeking a multi-facetedSr.Test Engineer to support our North Americadyno test operations.He/shewillbe responsible forall aspects of test execution, monitoring and reporting key findings on validation, durability, field failureinvestigations, and manufacturing change controltests. What You'll Do Executereliability testingwithvariousdrive unitprograms, ensuretimelyexecution of tests Maintain highdynotest uptimeand responsibleforproper routine maintenance Oversee andassistwith the set-up and execution ofthermal,electrical, andmechanicaltests Coordinatetest demands to meet the needs of multiple teams and programs Collect and interpret data from a variety ofdataacquisition systems Design and improvemechanical andelectrical equipment and infrastructure Conductfailure analysisfor designfailures by providingdetailedrisks assessments, test summaries,teardown reports, pictures,and data logs Debug and troubleshoottest equipment Work directly with reliability and design engineers for test planning activities (test scheduling, prioritization, specifications, etc.) What You'll Bring Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience Excellent grasp of engineering fundamentals and first principles Experience withHigh-voltageelectrical systems (ACand DC) and CAN communications protocol Programming experience and an interest in scripting and automation, post-processing of large data sets(Python Preferred) Experiencewith instrumentation and data acquisitionsetupand configuration Strong senseof ownership, taking full accountability for assigned tasks, with the ability to adapt and change direction swiftly Collaborative mindset, recognizing the importance of teamwork within Tesla, andexhibitinga willingness to seekassistanceand provide support when necessary Knowledge of basicmechanical andelectrical tools (volt meters, oscilloscopes, power supplies) 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 $91,600 - $195,600/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.