Launch Quality Engineer Tesla Motors, Inc. 84000 - 180000 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Fremont Sep 01, 2026

What to Expect The Launch Quality Engineer will enable flawless launches of next-generation electric vehicles by driving high quality across low-voltage electrical systems, firmware, and related commodities. Acting as the voice of quality from prototype through mass production, you'll lead cross-functional problem-solving, validate system performance, and establish quality controls that enable fast paced launches without compromising safety, customer experience or yield. What You'll Do

Lead quality assurance and improvements for low-voltage systems (12V/48V), ECUs, wiring, connectors, harnesses, and embedded firmware during prototype and launch builds

Drive structured validation plans, control plans, functional testing and inspection standards to assure safety, quality compliance, and launch readiness

Conduct root cause analysis and implement effective containment actions and corrective actions using structured problem-solving methodologies

Debug electrical systems (CAN/LIN, diagnostics) and coordinate evolving wire harness specifications and deviations

Establish and track quality performance metrics to drive continuous improvement across launches

Collaborate with NPI, design, manufacturing, and suppliers to proactively strengthen part and process quality, ensuring robust builds What You'll Bring

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience

Experienced in Low-voltage architectures (12V/48V), ECU firmware, Low Voltage hardware testing and electrical diagnostic tools (CAN ape, PCAN Explorer, or PLIN Viewer)

Strong problem-solving capabilities with experience in tools such as FMEA, SPC, DOE, 8D, Fishbone diagrams, etc.

Data mining using SQL, Splunk, Periscope

Geometric Dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)

Catia for part drawings and 3D part analysis

Hands-on approach: present at builds, validating parts and firmware on-vehicle

Excellent communication and presentation skills and ability to lead cross-functional problem solving under tight launch timelines

Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (~10%)

Results oriented mindset with a relentless drive for continuous improvement and launch excellence

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

$84,000 - $180,000/annual salary + 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.