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Component Test Engineer, Closures

Tesla

Location

Fremont, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/21/2026

Compensation

$91,600 - $195,600 a year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
Approval 99.3%·Filings 1,102·New hires 320·
💎 Strong Sponsor
·FY 2025

Job description

This position is part of Tesla's Engineering Test Team, focusing on component and system level testing of various vehicle systems from concept to program release. The role requires working under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines. Candidates will engage in hands-on testing, collaborating closely with reliability and design engineers. Multiple roles are available, including areas such as camera integration, closures, and interiors testing.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Strong engineering fundamentals
  • Test experience from school projects, internships, or other relevant experience
  • Demonstrated experience debugging and troubleshooting technical problems
  • Experience with sensors and data acquisition systems
  • Experience with CAD and fixture design
  • Experience with programming and test automation

Responsibilities

  • Conduct hands-on component and system level R&D, including characterization, reliability, and durability testing
  • Work directly with reliability and design engineers to support Design Validation Plan development
  • Develop test fixtures using CAD and collaborate with labs for fixture fabrication
  • Conduct detailed inspections to identify and root cause failures
  • Write necessary scripts to automate testing
  • Conduct data acquisition and instrumentation of sensors
  • Investigate test failures and make detailed test reports
  • Collaborate closely with test technicians, instrumentation, CAE, reliability, and design teams
  • Maintain a clean and organized workspace in a fast-paced environment

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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