Job Description

Tesla is seeking a Test Automation Controls Engineer to develop automated test systems for Energy R&D across various products. The role involves collaboration with multiple engineering teams to create hardware and software solutions that validate next-generation energy products.

Requirements

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience
3+ years building hardware automation systems
Strong Python experience for hardware control, data collection, and analysis
Altium experience (schematic, layout, PCB design)
Solid understanding of electrical fundamentals and electro-mechanical design
Experience with PLCs, motion control, DAQs, and hardware protocols (SPI, I2C, UART)

Responsibilities

Build back-end Python architectures and front-end JS interfaces for automated test systems
Develop Python-based hardware controls, data pipelines, and analysis tools for each product line
Define BOMs, component selections, and hardware automation specifications
Capture controls schematics in AutoCAD
Design PCBs in Altium for custom test hardware
Work with technicians and CMs to build and validate panels, wiring, and PLC/I/O/DAQ integration
Integrate firmware with custom PCBs and test hardware; own bring-up and debugging
Troubleshoot hardware, automation, and infrastructure issues and improve system reliability

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.