Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, Power Electronics Tesla Motors, Inc. 156,000 - 234,000 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Palo Alto Aug 06, 2026 What to Expect We are looking for a Mechanical Design Leadwith strong engineering fundamentalsand afirst-principles mindsettoownthecradle to grave designofpowerelectronicsinour Energy products. As a technical lead, you willcontribute to the designofcomplex, tightly integrated, high-volume electromechanical systemswhile alsoguidingasmallteamofmechanicalengineersthrough the complete product design cycle. In this role, you will lead technical direction and solve multifaceted design problems related to/includingpower magnetics, thermal design, high-voltage insulation, and PCBApackaging.

You will work closelywithProduct, Reliability,Manufacturing,and Supply chainteamsto developandlaunchcreative,innovative, androbust designsthat leadindustryand ship atscale. What You'll Do Serveas themechanical system technical owner ofresidentialor industrialPowerElectronicsproductlinesto drive design excellence, technical innovation, and continuous improvementinitiatives Foster a collaborative working environment and support technical growth and career development ofat least3-4mechanical engineers Enforce technical rigor, organization, and schedule discipline during product design cycles, ensuring key programmatic and technical goals are achieved Brainstorm, review, and approve Designand integrateelectromechanical assemblies for residential energy product lines, including power magnetics,high and low voltage interconnects, high-pressure die castings, injection molded plastics Solve complex packaging challenges that require high-voltage insulation, IP67+ sealing,EMI performance, andlong-termenvironmental reliabilitywhileensuringhigh-volume (1,000's/wk+) manufacturability Use

CATIA 3DX

to 3D model components, integrate systems, andcreate 2D drawings using GD&T What You'll Bring 7+ years of relevant product design experience 2+ years of design leadership experience Demonstrated technical excellence (portfolio preferred) inelectromechanical design and analysis Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals and physics-based first-principles problem solvingacumenfor structural andthermalproblems Familiaritywith power electronics components (PCBAs, MOSFETs, Inductors,Transformers) Experience in designing for high-volume production and automated manufacturing processes, including injection molding, stamping, die casting, fastening, dispensing, and joining Proficiencyin CAD modeling and PLM / change management systems: CATIA V5 or 3DX preferred Experience with designing againstcertification standards (UL, IEC, GB)and obtainingcertificates Detail-oriented personality withstrong written and verbal communication / reporting skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment Compensation and Benefits 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 $156,000 - $234,000/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.