Mechanical Design Engineer, Tesla Bot - Tesla Motors : Job Details

The Tesla Robotics Team designs and builds humanoid bi-pedal robots (Tesla Bot) to perform tasks that are boring, repetitive, and dangerous for humans. The team joins mechanical, electrical, controls, software, and manufacturing engineering disciplines in a highly collaborative team. We are seeking talented Mechanical Design Engineers to play a role in building this ambitious vision into reality. There will be an emphasis on creative problem-solving abilities and technical rigor for this role.* Design joints and structures optimized for mass, stiffness, cost, and manufacturing* Design creative mechanisms and transmissions for power transfer through moving joints* Perform load calculations to determine sizing of actuators, transmissions, and bearing elements* Integrate actuators, sensors, and electronics including wiring into a space-efficient package that is also conducive for assembly and serviceability* Apply analytical methods including calculations and simulations for the design and optimization of structures and mechanical components* Perform tolerance analysis to determine system impacts of assembly fits and backlash* Fabricate prototypes, iterate rapidly, advance your concepts through to volume production* Manage suppliers to execute projects according to the design specifications and timeline commitments* Develop specifications and accelerated test plans to validate the product for its determined lifetime* Design fixtures and equipment for testing and calibration in prototype and production environments* Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or Mechatronics or equivalent industry experience* Proficiency in designing parts and assemblies using 3D modeling software (CATIA preferred)* Experience drafting engineering drawings and conducting tolerance stack-up analysis (GD&T bonus)* Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment