Process
The interview process began with an initial screening, followed by a mechanical engineering assessment. Then, I had a phone call with a team member.
That's when it stopped for me.
I met the recruiter at a convention or job fair. I feel like that is the best way to actually get called rather than just applying online. I have never heard back from an online application, only through handing out my resume at a job fair or talking to a recruiter directly.
Questions
Give me two to three sentences that I would tell someone else in the company why I hired you or why we should hire you.
Why Tesla?
What is your favorite tool, and what would you do to improve it?
Mention 10 manufacturing processes:
- Casting
- Forging
- Machining
- Welding
- Injection Molding
- Stamping
- Extrusion
- 3D Printing (Additive Manufacturing)
- Assembly
- Heat Treatment
Mention 10 ways to make a hole:
- Drilling
- Punching
- Laser Cutting
- Waterjet Cutting
- EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining)
- Milling
- Reaming
- Boring
- Counterboring
- Countersinking
Describe the stress-strain curve. Name the main areas and points.
What does quenching do to the mechanical properties or how does it change the stress-strain graph?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 97 interview experiences for the Tesla Mechanical Design Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
Tesla's interview process for their Mechanical Design Engineer roles in the United States is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Tesla's Mechanical Design Engineer interview process in United States.
Tesla Work Experiences
- 2.0Unsupportive, Terrible Work-life BalanceMechanical Design Engineer • Former EmployeeFremont, California, United StatesSeptember 14, 2024Pros: Cannot think of any.Cons: Terrible work-life balance. Colleges are not supportive at all.
- 4.0Intense Job with Difficult DeadlinesMechanical Design Engineer • Current EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesSeptember 10, 2020Pros: Working with really talented people and a great company mission.Cons: Hours are often long; deadlines are tight.
- 5.0Innovate, Push Boundaries, Long HoursMechanical Design Engineer • Current EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesJune 10, 2017Pros: Fantastic company to be a design engineer for. They let you try new and exciting things, and constantly push the boundaries of technology. There isn't that much political drag; if you can pitch a good case, you'll be allowed to make and do new things. Great company to build incredible experience with.Cons: This isn't really a con for me, but the hours can be quite long. I love the work I do, so I voluntarily stay long, but it could be hard if you had a family.
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