Powertrain Modeling Engineer
Description For Powertrain Modeling Engineer
Tesla's Powertrain Architecture and Modeling team is seeking a talented Powertrain Modeling Engineer to join their innovative team in Palo Alto. This role is crucial in developing and maintaining parametric vehicle models that drive Tesla's vehicle architecture design and performance evaluation. You'll work at the intersection of mechanical and electrical engineering, collaborating with various teams including Chassis, Cell, Battery, Thermal, and Drive System Engineering.
The position offers an exciting opportunity to directly impact Tesla's vehicle development process through advanced modeling and simulation work. You'll be responsible for developing and validating component and system models, conducting trade-off studies, and facilitating multi-objective optimization. This role requires a strong foundation in physics, experience with MATLAB/Simulink, and excellent communication skills.
Working at Tesla means joining a company at the forefront of sustainable transportation and energy solutions. The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $84,000 to $168,000 annually, plus additional cash and stock awards. Tesla offers comprehensive benefits including medical coverage with zero payroll deductions, 401(k) matching, and various family-friendly benefits.
The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise in powertrain modeling with strong collaborative abilities, making this an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about advancing electric vehicle technology while working with cutting-edge systems and tools.
Responsibilities For Powertrain Modeling Engineer
- Advance the capabilities of and intellectual property of Tesla's in-house powertrain performance model
- Work with the model to produce repeatable and dependable results for various stakeholders
- Effectively communicate modeling study results to drive architecture and performance initiatives
- Develop a consistent framework for reporting progress of model and component development
Requirements For Powertrain Modeling Engineer
- Excellent first-principles physics understanding of electrical and mechanical systems
- Hybrid or electric powertrain component model development and data analysis in MATLAB/Simulink
- Experience with advanced model development, preferably in MATLAB/Simulink
- Experience with large datasets and complicated models
- Strong communication skills and preference for working in teams
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent experience
Benefits For Powertrain Modeling Engineer
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution
- Company Paid HSA Contribution
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- LGBTQ+ care concierge services
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
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