CAD Mechanical Designer Tesla Motors, Inc. 28.80 - 65.40 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Palo Alto Sep 19, 2026

What to Expect

The CAD Designer is responsible for providing 3D and 2D CAD and modeling support to the mechanical engineering test team, contributing to the design of automated and manual test equipment for various Tesla products. The role involves creating detailed drawings for parts and assemblies, designing end effectors and testers, tracking redlines, and establishing and reviewing CAD standards and best practices. The CAD Designer plays a key role in enabling the test team to develop reliable, high-quality test solutions across a broad range of products and applications. What You'll Do

Support engineers by transforming engineering ideas to high quality CAD models

Create detail assembly 3D models and 2D drawings for large equipment

Generate part drawings for machine shops and equipment building vendors following engineering standards

Vigilantly track redlines and modifications, ensuring the accuracy of digital twins for all equipment and machinery

Use CAD models to create detail BOMs for equipment to ensure both BOM and CAD models are up to date

Maintain teamwide PDM/PLM system

Sustain macros and templates to improve team workflow and efficiency

Help prepare machinery maintenance and service manuals and spare part kits What You'll Bring

Over 3 years or 1000 hours of proven expertise using CAD software preferably SolidWorks, within a professional context

Demonstrated proficiency in 3D modeling and 2D drafting, particularly for intricate, large-scale machinery

Familiarity with GD&T principles, reading, interpreting, and applying

Accomplished in generating comprehensive technical drawings and documentation for automated equipment

Well-versed in utilizing PDM/PLM systems to streamline processes

Proficient in popular MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Exposure to, and hands-on experience with diverse test systems and instruments, production machinery, and an array of industrial sensors and equipment preferred e.g., pogo-pins, pressure transducers, temperature controllers, current meters

Familiarity with reading electrical and fluid schematics preferred

Familiarity with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, EPlan software packages

Associate's degree in a technical field, or equivalent proven experience

Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction

Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits

Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution

Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA

Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits

Company paid Basic Life, AD&D

Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)

Employee Assistance Program

Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays

Back-up childcare and parenting support resources

Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance

Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs

Tesla Babies program

Commuter benefits

Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation

$28.80 - $65.40/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits 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.