Sr. Electrical Engineer, Automated Test Equipment, Optimus

What To Expect We’re seeking a motivated, hands-on engineer with an electrical engineering background to join our Manufacturing Test Engineering team. This group designs and builds data-driven automated test equipment supporting Tesla’s power electronics and battery production lines. You’ll play a key role in developing the “machine that builds the machine,” working closely with product design and manufacturing teams worldwide. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and eager to learn while taking ownership in a fast-paced environment. This role requires up to ~20% domestic and international travel. What You'll Do Architect fully automated testing machinery from first principles, optimizing cost, lead time, complexity, and test coverage Develop detailed test specifications and execution plans while mentoring junior engineers on subsystem design and implementation Research, specify, and integrate electrical test equipment including measurement tools, power supplies, sensors, and I/O devices Design and review NFPA79/NEC/UL508A-compliant industrial electrical control panels Implement and validate OSHA- and ISO-compliant industrial safety systems for high-voltage and mechanical hazards Debug and optimize automated processes to improve reliability, reduce cycle time, and maximize uptime Characterize and validate equipment and test processes using statistical methods such as GR&R and Cpk What You'll Bring Experience specifying electrical test equipment including but not limited to power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power analyzers Proficiency building complex machine schematics in EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar electrical CAD software Exposure to automation in an industrial/manufacturing environment Exposure to high voltage power electronics (inverters, DC-DC converters, etc.) Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a similar engineering field, or equivalent experience 5+ years of hands-on controls/mechatronics/test/automation engineering experience Benefits 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, and Paid Holidays Tesla Babies program Tesla products, fitness discounts, and perks program Expected Compensation Sr Manufacturing Controls Dev Engineer - $95,040 - $142,560/annual salary Staff Manufacturing Controls Dev Engineer - $111,760 - $161,760/annual salary Sr Staff Manufacturing Controls Dev Engineer - $136,400 - $186,400/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits for all levels 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. , Tesla

Architect and develop fully automated testing machinery for power electronics and battery production lines. This includes designing compliant electrical control panels and optimizing automated processes to improve reliability and cycle time.

Requires a degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics with over 5 years of hands-on experience in controls or automation. Proficiency in electrical CAD software and experience with high-voltage power electronics are essential.

• Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Life Insurance • Disability Insurance • RRSP With Employer Match • Employee Stock Purchase Plans • Employee Assistance Program • Parental Success Programs • Sick Time • Vacation Time • Paid Holidays • Tesla Babies Program • Tesla Products • Fitness Discounts

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• Automated Test Equipment
• Electrical Control Panels
• EPLAN
• AutoCAD Electrical
• High Voltage Power Electronics
• Industrial Safety Systems
• Statistical Methods
• GR&R
• Cpk
• NFPA79
• NEC
• UL508A
• Mechatronics
• Subsystem Design
• Test Specifications
• Industrial Automation

• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Energy
• Technology

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Oct 1, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level