Sr. Electrical Engineer, Tesla Bot

Sr. Electrical Engineer, Tesla BotJob CategoryAI & RoboticsLocationPALO ALTO, CaliforniaReq. ID224269Job TypeFull-timeTesla participates in the E-Verify ProgramWhat to ExpectThe Low Voltage Hardware team designs the electrical “nervous system” of Tesla Robots. Our circuit boards control motors, sensors, LEDs, etc to help the robot move and understand its environment.What You’ll DoStart-to-finish hardware ownership: specification, architecture, design, simulation, schematic, layout supervision, manufacturing, bringup, and validation of circuit boardsCollaborate with PCB layout, firmware, mechanical, program management, and validation teamsThoroughly document design requirements, calculations, validation results, etcRapidly iterate as design requirements and features mature over timeWhat You’ll BringCircuit board design (Altium preferred)Strong understanding of analog & digital circuits (MOSFETs, op-amps, switching regulators, gate drivers, microcontrollers, SPI, I2C, component selection, power dissipation, etc)Exceptional organization and communication skills (both written and verbal)Ability to tackle open-ended challenges using first-principlesProficiency with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, electronic loads, etc)Experience shipping high-volume circuit boards is preferredBasic programming ability (Python preferred) is preferredBachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience Compensation and BenefitsBenefits Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)LGBTQ+ care concierge services401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation $112,000 - $228,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here). Please contact accommodationrequest@tesla.com for additional information or to request accommodations.Privacy is a top priority for Tesla. We build it into our products and view it as an essential part of our business. To understand more about the data we collect and process as part of your application, please view our Tesla Talent Privacy Notice