Job Description

Tesla is looking for a Vehicle Fleet Test Engineer to join their Vehicle Hardware Validation Team. The role involves collaborating with various teams to validate vehicle performance and reliability, conducting real-world tests, and analyzing data to drive improvements.

Requirements

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or equivalent experience
2+ years of experience with automotive systems or competitive projects (e.g., Formula SAE)
Strong fundamentals in vehicle architecture and hands-on project experience
Strong communication skills and ability to work with multiple teams simultaneously
Experience with technical report writing and data processing
Experience with CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks)
Experience with data acquisition software (e.g., HBM Somat eDAQ, Dewesoft) is a plus
Experience with CAN communication and/or programming is a plus

Responsibilities

Work in close collaboration with reliability and engineering program teams on determining the scope of in-territory vehicle validation
Conduct vehicle retrofits, shakedowns and instrumentation, as well as vehicle preparation in close collaboration with vehicle technicians
Setup vehicle can recording as well as data generated from additional sensors
Analyze and process test data and check for data integrity
Work in close collaboration with in-house or third-party operators to execute the test in different test locations
Conduct vehicle milestone inspections including drive evaluations and investigate test failures
Support firmware upgrades/troubleshooting and diagnostics for test vehicles
Work in close collaboration with reliability and design teams to triage countermeasures and design changes
Write and publish detailed test reports
Work in close collaboration with other vehicle test engineers to develop proving ground and lab test procedures for best field correlation

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.

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