Sr. Power Electronics Controls Engineer, Energy Products

Sr. Power Electronics Controls Engineer, Energy Products Tesla Motors, Inc. 140,000 - 300,000 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Palo Alto Jun 18, 2026
What to Expect
The Power Electronics Controls and Modeling team is responsible for dynamics modeling, algorithm design, and controller implementation for switching power converters. The team's responsibility spans a wide spectrum of power conversion systems required for both automotive and energy products. Tesla is seeking a Power Electronics Controls Engineer to join the team in developing high-performance controls for a wide spectrum of ac and dc products including chargers, grid-tied inverters, and resonant dc-dc converters. The engineer is expected to perform controls design through all stages starting with topology discussions, concept stage, modeling, implementation, and validation. What You'll Do
Outline controller requirements based on system performance requirements
Evaluate new topologies for controllability and fit to system needs
Specify microcontroller requirements and drive part selection
Develop controls strategy and define the supporting algorithms
Develop dynamic models of the system, and tune controller algorithms accordingly to optimize performance
Translate algorithms into software implementation, and work with the firmware team to integrate that into the firmware framework
Test, validate, and troubleshoot controller implementation
Develop and utilize computer simulations (Matlab/Simulink, HiL, SiL) to investigate new algorithms, modifications, or corner-case events
Support safety/compliance testing What You'll Bring
Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent experience
Strong analytical skills with solid device, circuit, and controls theory fundamentals
Strong hands-on testing and troubleshooting skills
Experience with embedded firmware development for real-time controls systems
Familiarity with safety and compliance standards for grid-connected power electronics
Familiarity with grid operation is a plus 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
$140,000 - $300,000/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.