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Harness Engineer, Energy Products

Tesla

Location

Palo Alto, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/26/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate Entry-Level
Approval 99.3%·Filings 1,102·New hires 320·
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·FY 2025

Job description

Tesla is seeking a Wiring Harness Design Engineer to join their team, focusing on designing and manufacturing integrated wiring systems for energy products. The role requires a blend of mechanical and electrical engineering skills to support the development of innovative energy solutions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
  • 1+ years of experience in Wiring Harness design
  • Hands-on experience designing and building electro-mechanical systems and harnesses
  • Solid engineering fundamentals: DC/AC circuit analysis, analog and digital signal processing, communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet), LV / HV systems
  • Understand vehicle-level systems engineering including communications, functionality trade-offs, grounding, creepage and clearance, EMC strategies
  • Expertise with 3D CAD and PLM software (CATIA preferred)
  • Proven expertise with 2D drawing creation software
  • Familiarity with, and working knowledge of, mechanical systems: thermal, heat dissipation, vibration, strength, durability, corrosion-prevention

Responsibilities

  • Rapidly gather requirements, design and modify detailed harness schematics to integrate a variety of electromechanical components and control units
  • Harness component selection and validation for prototype applications
  • Document build instructions for complex Industrial wire harnesses
  • Troubleshoot and quality check harnesses in the fabrication, assembly and bring up stages of pre and post production builds
  • Support the bring up and debug process of industrial equipment throughout its lifecycle

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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