The New Programs Engineering team at Tesla is seeking a product design engineer to work on the design and development of future vehicle concepts. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to create 3D designs, prototypes, and manufacturing strategies, while focusing on product definition and concept development.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a product development environment
• Hands on experience in narrowing product scope and facilitating cross functional decisions on complex products
• Familiarity with world automotive regulations, consumer ratings, and major load cases that guide road vehicle product constraints
• Demonstrated proficiency with Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
• Understanding and proficiency of Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Capability to use 3D CAD software and an understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals
• Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workloads, and meet tight delivery timelines

• Document product plan of record. Identify risks and key decisions.
• Gather data, feedback, and customer input to present to design, engineering, and leadership to facilitate key product decisions
• Own vehicle system level attributes in the first stage of product definition and present tradeoffs to leadership in conjunction with partner teams
• Support designers, digital modelers, and clay modelers in defining manufacturing strategies and setting out criteria to output usable 3D surfaces
• Track geometrical solutions and drive them to feasibility for manufacturing and regulatory compliance
• Brainstorm and collaborate with engineers, designers, and users in creating new solutions for automotive applications
• Develop designs using CAD and build your designs to prove them out and refine them over time

• 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.