Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Automated Test Equipment
We are looking for a highly motivated and hands-on Sr. Mechanical Engineer to join the Manufacturing Test Engineering team – part of the “machine that builds the machine.” This team designs and builds robust, data-driven test systems for Tesla’s power electronics used in vehicles, energy storage, charging solutions, and humanoid robots. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment. They take pride in hands-on problem solving, have strong analytical skills, and are eager to learn and share knowledge. This role requires flexibility and a willingness to travel both domestically and internationally to support equipment development, deployment, and collaboration with global teams. This position plays a key role in shaping the quality and performance of Tesla’s core technologies and is based in Toronto, Reno, or Palo Alto.
- Machine design of automated test equipment, which includes preparing detailed-level CAD models, pneumatic diagrams, and verifying designs using structural and thermal FEA, CFD, tolerance stack-up
- Create detailed drawings and coordinate with vendors to fabricate custom machined parts, weldments, and sheet metal components
- Selection and integration of commercial components, sensors, servos, pneumatic actuators, etc.
- Lead conceptual equipment development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits
- Review, identify, and provide feedback on performance, design simplicity, robustness, assembly, and installation
- Support building, debugging, validation and equipment duplication efforts, and fine-tune equipment for release to production
- Perform on-site and off-site acceptance testing (SAT/FAT) of test equipment
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience as Mechanical/Mechatronics/Automation Engineer with focus in automation, machine design, robotics, or product development
- Versed in SolidWorks, PDM, and Ansys, or similar CAD/CAE software
- Strong understanding of drafting standards and the application of GD&T (e.g., ASME Y14.5)
- Knowledgeable in solid mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, dynamics, material selection, prototyping, testing methods, everyday machining, and fabrication processes
- Exposure to a wide variety of test systems, production machinery, industrial sensors, actuators, and equipment (pogo-pins, pressure transducers, temperature controllers, current meters, etc.)
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
- Company-paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurances
- RRSP with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parental Success Programs
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
- Tesla Babies program
- Tesla products, fitness discounts, and perks program
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
