Component Design Engineer, Optimus

Tesla

10/15/2025

Palo Alto, CA

Full-time

Job Description

The Electromechanical Component Engineer for the Tesla-bot program will be responsible for developing cutting-edge interconnect technologies for humanoid robotics.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics or equivalent experience
Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stacks, design for manufacturing/automation/test/reliability (DFM/DFA/DFT/DFR)
Strong knowledge of materials, fabrication methods for low- and high-volume
Analytical background for successful design (tolerance stack-ups, solid mechanics, thermal, cost and mass optimization)
Passion for electro-mechanical product design and finding simpler solutions to meet requirements
Ability to present data/trade-offs to facilitate decision-making
Experience taking projects from concept to production
CAD experience, 2D and 3D (Catia preferred)
Basic understanding of electrical design fundamentals. Familiarity with PCBAs and PCBA components
Experience with FFC's, FPC's, and rigid-flex technologies preferred

Responsibilities

Design start-to-launch electromechanical parts and assemblies including plastics, sheet metal, heat sinks, busbars, PCBA, rigid-flex PCBA and FPC MCO’s
Design novel static and dynamic interconnect systems for humanoid robotics
Build models and develop technologies to improve electromechanical component lifespans, packaging, assembly, and robustness
Conduct mechanical integration analysis including thermal, design for assembly, design for test, and stack-up analysis
Have engineering responsibility across all stages of product development, collaborating with suppliers, overseeing prototyping, and managing builds

Benefits

Employees at Tesla are often offered day-one coverage with multiple medical options (some at $0 paycheck cost), dental/vision, company HSA contributions, a 401(k) match, and equity programs. Most roles also include paid time off and holidays, family-building support, employee assistance, commuter and childcare benefits, and access to discounts and wellness programs.