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Applications Engineer, Charging

Tesla

Location

Palo Alto, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/21/2026

Compensation

$100,000 - $228,000 a year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202692.9% approval+1% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The Applications Engineer will be part of the Supercharging team, which manages and expands Tesla's electric vehicle charging network. This role focuses on driving solutions to technical challenges related to Charging Deployment. The individual will act as a key liaison between the Charging Deployment division and the Engineering Development organization. Collaboration with Product Management and Hardware Sales teams will also be essential to ensure successful product launches.

Requirements

  • Degree in Engineering in Electrical, Mechanical, or Energy Systems, or equivalent experience
  • 3 – 5 years’ experience in an engineering or technical program management role, or equivalent
  • Experience in renewable energy technologies such as EVs, batteries, or solar is preferred
  • Experience with networking, smart-grid protocols, and controls is preferred
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Collaborative and team-oriented with proficiency in leading cross-functional projects
  • Fast-moving executor with a strong desire to learn and improve

Responsibilities

  • Organize, triage, and develop strategies for solving technical challenges in Charging Deployment
  • Develop and drive solutions that reduce costs and increase deployment speed
  • Investigate and report technical product requirements to Product Management and Product Engineering teams
  • Act as the lead technical resource to ensure smooth product and feature launches

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.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Tesla Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

644

FY2026

Approval rate

92.9%

FY2026

LCA certified

1,444

FY2026

Entry-level share

2.1%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+1%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-60%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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