Actuator Test Engineer, Optimus

Tesla

Palo Alto, CA Full-time 3/31/2026

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience

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•FY 2025

Job Description

Optimus Actuator Test team is seeking an Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronic engineer to test and validate robotic actuators. The role involves collaboration with Design Engineers to create and execute test plans, analyze data, and drive design improvements.

Requirements

Degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
2+ years of experience with LabView and data acquisition systems
2+ years of experience in physical testing and analysis of mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical systems
1+ year of experience with testing electric motors or electromechanical actuators
1+ year of experience with dynamometer testing and equipment (torque transducers, power analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.)
Working understanding of servo control (torque, speed, and position control)
Component and system testing experience, including certification testing
Experience creating and executing design validation plans and test methods to validate performance requirements
Design of test setups for actuator testing and validation. Basic fabrication, machining, wiring, general electronics, debugging, and parts chasing

Responsibilities

Work closely with Design Engineers to create validation and qualification test plans
Develop, implement, execute test plans for electromechanical robotic actuators
Design and fabricate test fixtures and equipment for testing linear and rotary actuators
Perform component (electric motor and geartrain) level testing, actuator level, and system/robot level testing of geared electromechanical actuators
Work with Design Engineers to validate and refine actuator designs
Analyze test data and write test reports
Investigate root cause of failures and help drive actuator design improvements

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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