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Lead Thermal System Architect, Energy Products

Tesla Motors, Inc.
152,000 - 312,000 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Palo Alto
Jun 16, 2026
What to Expect The Tesla Energy Products team is bringing battery and solar technology to the grid to facilitate a renewable energy ecosystem and redefine the way the world will use energy in the future. As part of the Thermal Architecture team, you are the design lead that defines and designs the thermal systems that make Tesla Energy products like Megapack, Supercharger and Powerwall world class. This role involves collaboration with designers, engineering, manufacturing, firmware and service and requires the ability to apply engineering fundamentals to model and design thermal systems that are at the core of Tesla's success. Our team is small, committed, fast moving and we believe a diverse team of motivated individuals can accomplish almost anything.We are problem solvers, team players and game changers. If this sounds like you, Tesla just might be the place to make your mark. What You'll Do Own Thermal System Architecture design and product specifications for Tesla Energy Products such as Megapack, Supercharger, Powerwall and Data Center solutions, through physics-based fundamental principles analysis, modeling and system-level thinking Support programs through the entire life cycle including requirements development, modeling, prototype builds, test, and production Develop thermal models to simulate system performance of HVAC components to meet system requirements while optimizing for efficiency and cost Perform high level system tradeoffs between different thermal design solutions to optimize for battery life and system cost Develop and execute component and subsystem design verification plans and test methods to validate product adherence to requirements Create CFD models to aid mechanical design teams in component development or gain insight into system level thermal trade offs What You'll Bring Strong fundamentals in heat transfer, thermodynamics and fluid mechanics Fluency in the use of analytical simulation tools for thermal analysis, including Matlab/Simulink, Python and CFD software Experience modeling and testing thermal systems and components, examples include fans, pumps, compressors, fluid connections, heat sinks, heat exchangers Experience in designing thermal systems for power electronics and battery systems Fundamentals in compression cycle modeling and operation Ability to generate and interpret simulation results and integrate recommendations into product designs Specification definition (performance, functional, dimensional, manufacturing) Degree in Mechanical Engineeringor equivalent experience Passion for renewable energy 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 $152,000 - $312,000/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.