Process
They called me to set up a phone call. We then had a formal interview where they asked me about my resume in detail, followed by a technical interview where I answered technical questions.
Questions
Q: Why do you want to work at Tesla?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 63 interview experiences for the Tesla Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
22%
Pass Rate
Tesla's interview process for their Engineer roles in the United States is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Positive40%
Neutral40%
Negative21%
Candidates reported having good feelings for Tesla's Engineer interview process in United States.
Tesla Work Experiences
3.0
Talented Team, Lacking Management
Engineer • Current Employee
Palo Alto, California, United States
November 6, 2022
Pros: Good talent people learn new things every day.
Cons: Lag of Management and Attention
4.0
Nice company but expect long hours and tough projects
Engineer • Current Employee
New York, NY
October 25, 2026
Pros: It is a good and nice company to work at.
Cons: The role involved long hours and difficult projects.
5.0
Tesla is an excellent company to work and grow with
Engineer • Current Employee
Austin, Texas, United States
April 17, 2021
Pros: Lots of learning and experience expansion.
Cons: Zero cons. Just love what you do, and it won't feel like work.
- 3.0Talented Team, Lacking ManagementEngineer • Current EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesNovember 6, 2022Pros: Good talent people learn new things every day.Cons: Lag of Management and Attention
- 4.0Nice company but expect long hours and tough projectsEngineer • Current EmployeeNew York, NYOctober 25, 2026Pros: It is a good and nice company to work at.Cons: The role involved long hours and difficult projects.
- 5.0Tesla is an excellent company to work and grow withEngineer • Current EmployeeAustin, Texas, United StatesApril 17, 2021Pros: Lots of learning and experience expansion.Cons: Zero cons. Just love what you do, and it won't feel like work.
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