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Mechanical Design Engineer, Recycling

Tesla

Location

Hutto, TX

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/29/2026

Compensation

Not listed

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

Job description

Tesla is seeking a motivated Engineer for an R&D role focused on designing, fabricating, installing, and commissioning custom parts and equipment. The position requires adaptability in a fast-paced environment, with daily challenges that involve solving design problems and optimizing processes. The engineer will work closely with operators and maintenance technicians to enhance equipment operability and efficiency. This role also includes generating CAD models and overseeing parts fabrication and installations.

Requirements

  • Fluency in Solidworks
  • Experience designing custom parts
  • Competency with tolerancing and GD&T
  • Knowledge of parts fabrication methods and limitations
  • Experience generating installation plans
  • Competency with power tools

Responsibilities

  • Observe the production line to generate custom design fixes that increase OEE
  • Work with operators and maintenance technicians to improve operability
  • Generate CAD models and fabrication drawings
  • Oversee parts fabrication and inspect for quality
  • Generate installation and start-up procedures for equipment modifications
  • Oversee complex installations
  • Ensure seamless integration of machine upgrades

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 Jul 17, 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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