Process
Initial phone interview with a company recruiter, preliminary virtual interview with team lead, 4-5 question technical exam, secondary team lead interview to inform about next steps, project presentation & 5 interviews with team members.
Questions
Explain the features of the stress-strain curve.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 81 interview experiences for the Tesla Mechanical Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
12%
Pass Rate
Tesla's interview process for their Mechanical Engineer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive47%
Neutral35%
Negative19%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Tesla's Mechanical Engineer interview process in United States.
Tesla Work Experiences
2.0
Cool Projects, Toxic Environment
Mechanical Engineer • Former Employee
Palo Alto, California, United States
July 3, 2024
Pros: Cool projects and great experience.
Cons: aggressive environment,
toxic atmosphere,
unrealistic timelines,
low wages
3.0
Enjoyed my internship but wouldn’t go back
Mechanical Engineer • Former Employee
January 20, 2022
Pros: Feel empowered by the mission.
Cons: Low pay and demanding management
4.0
Great company to work for
Mechanical Engineer • Former Employee
September 19, 2021
Pros: Challenging engineering culture, but very rewarding.
Cons: Long hours and high-stress environment. No work/life balance.
- 2.0Cool Projects, Toxic EnvironmentMechanical Engineer • Former EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesJuly 3, 2024Pros: Cool projects and great experience.Cons: aggressive environment, toxic atmosphere, unrealistic timelines, low wages
- 3.0Enjoyed my internship but wouldn’t go backMechanical Engineer • Former EmployeeJanuary 20, 2022Pros: Feel empowered by the mission.Cons: Low pay and demanding management
- 4.0Great company to work forMechanical Engineer • Former EmployeeSeptember 19, 2021Pros: Challenging engineering culture, but very rewarding.Cons: Long hours and high-stress environment. No work/life balance.
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