Mechanical Design Engineer, Automation, Semi

Mechanical Design Engineer, Automation, Semi Tesla Motors, Inc. paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, Nevada, Sparks 1 Electric Avenue (Show on map) May 12, 2026 What to Expect Join Tesla'sSparks, Nevada-basedManufacturing Resources Group (MRG)as aMechanicalDesignEngineer, shaping the future of our new Semi Factory.

At the heart of Tesla's mission to accelerate sustainable energy,you'lltackle core EV challenges by designingcutting-edgemanufacturing equipment.

Thishands-on role partners with Product, Manufacturing, and Factory teams, plus external vendors, to advance designs from concept to high-volume production. Tesla is apeerless innovationpowerhousewhere you willcollaboratewithimaginativeand ambitiousthinkers to deliver breakthroughs that unlock electric vehicle scalability.

The ideal candidate should be ready tostormdynamic challenges, as they joinan enthusiastic and goal-orientedteam to bringgroundbreaking solutionsto reality. Ifyou'redriven by impact and ready to innovate, this is your chance tojoin our teamand contributeto a greener world. What You'll Do Lead projects end-to-end: From concept ideation to fabrication, production ramp-up, and optimization - scaling Semi output to meet global demand Develop machine concepts for novel automated systems, including feasibility analysis Detail machine design including creation of machine layouts, detailed part drawings, assembly drawings, and mechanical bill of materials Conduct design reviews for internal team feedback and for cross-functional presentations Bridge Product Design, Manufacturingand Productiondepartmentsas a key collaborator Specify and source commercial componentspertaining toyour designs Coordinate with internal and external machine shops to fabricate machined components Work with technician teams to assemble and dial in equipment Validate equipmentensuringperformance and repeatabilitycriteria are satisfied Document handovers and systems for seamless transitions and continuous improvement What You'll Bring 3+years ofexperience with SolidWorks3D and 2D CAD software Strongunderstandingof material properties andFEAapplications Strong understanding of drafting standards and the application of GD&T Experience with automation equipment design and custom machine-building Strong understanding of root cause analysis strategies & tools Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong understanding of commonmachiningprocesses and capabilities Degree in Mechanical Engineeringor equivalent experience 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