Test Engineer, Thermal Management Validation, Semi
Description For Test Engineer, Thermal Management Validation, Semi
Tesla is seeking a Test Engineer for Thermal Management Validation in their Semi division. This role is part of a diverse, enthusiastic team of multi-disciplined Engineers working on demonstrating the functionality, performance, and durability of new hardware designs for thermal systems.
Key responsibilities include:
- Owning and driving hardware validation efforts for thermal management components and subsystems
- Managing tests from setup through execution and reporting
- Writing and maintaining test software for automation
- Designing and building custom test fixtures
- Collaborating with design partners to drive changes based on test findings
- Developing and maintaining validation schedules
The ideal candidate should have:
- A Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Strong background in Thermodynamics and refrigeration systems
- Experience with lab equipment and test automation (Python preferred)
- Knowledge of CAN communication protocols
- CAD software experience (CATIA or SOLIDWORKS)
- Excellent communication skills
Tesla offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, multiple health insurance options, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plans, and various other perks. The company is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
Join Tesla in their mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy while working on cutting-edge thermal management systems for their Semi division.
Responsibilities For Test Engineer, Thermal Management Validation, Semi
- Own and drive hardware validation efforts for thermal management components and subsystems
- Own and drive build and test of subsystem bucks
- Write and maintain test software to automate test execution, data collection and data analysis
- Design and build custom test fixtures
- Manage tests from setup through execution and reporting
- Ensure test findings are well-documented and quickly communicated
- Develop and maintain validation schedules, coordinate test resources, and communicate status/blockers
Requirements For Test Engineer, Thermal Management Validation, Semi
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Background in Thermodynamics with understanding of refrigeration and coolant systems
- Experience using standard lab and test equipment
- Coding experience for test automation and data post-processing (Python preferred)
- Experience with CAN communication protocols and test setup
- Design experience with CAD software such as CATIA or SOLIDWORKS
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills
Benefits For Test Engineer, Thermal Management Validation, Semi
- Medical insurance (Aetna PPO and HSA plans)
- Dental insurance (including orthodontic coverage)
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Life insurance
- AD&D insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off (sick and vacation time)
- Paid holidays
- Back-up childcare
- Parenting support resources
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- LGBTQ+ care concierge services
- Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
- Tesla Babies program
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
