In Vehicle Test Engineer, Steering, Vehicle Software

About the role

In Vehicle Test Engineer, Steering, Vehicle Software | Tesla (Vehicle Software)

Location: East Liberty, Ohio | Req ID: 255247 | Job Type: Full-time

What to Expect

Help Deliver Precision Steering for Cybercab and Full Self-Driving. We are seeking a Steering Controls Vehicle Test Engineer to shape the future of steering technology that makes Cybercab and unsupervised Full Self-Driving possible.

You will test and validate safety-critical steering control software across vehicle platforms, including electric power assisted steering and advanced steer-by-wire systems—the precise lateral control layer that turns autonomy decisions into confident, real-world vehicle motion.

You will spend most of your time at proving grounds executing dynamic and at-limit driving maneuvers in prototype vehicles, modifying and flashing steering software, and analyzing how hardware and software changes impact control systems, vehicle attributes, and the exceptional performance required for robotaxi operation.

You will collaborate closely with software, controls, and vehicle dynamics engineers to understand requirements, attribute philosophies, and system changes. Your objective measurements and subjective evaluations will be critical to ensuring steering systems meet the highest safety standards while delivering the smooth, responsive, and reliable feel that lets Cybercab and FSD vehicles perform at their best in every scenario.

This role involves approximately 30% travel to proving grounds worldwide and offers the chance to directly influence industry-leading steering technologies that bring scalable autonomy to life. Come help make our vehicles steer with the precision and confidence that define Tesla’s autonomous future.

What You'll Do

• Execute in-vehicle test cases to validate steering control systems
• Provide in-vehicle controllability assessments for prototype steering software
• Design and develop new test cases and procedures for electric power assisted steering and steer-by-wire systems
• Document both objective measurements and subjective feedback on vehicle behavior
• Build a strong understanding of steering software to translate changes into updated test requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineers on software and hardware changes, solutions, and requirements
• Travel seasonally to global proving grounds (approximately 30%)
• Apply proficiency in software development workflows, including compiling software, tuning parameters, and independently investigating issues

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar areas of study, or equivalent experience
• Hands-on experience with vehicle testing, racing, or at-limit driving
• Strong written communication skills for clear documentation and reporting
• Ability to work independently and deliver results against high-level goals without daily oversight
• Proving Ground certification (preferred)
• Experience with software scripting (Python or similar)
• Familiarity with Vector CAN tools (CANape, CANalyzer), data logging systems, and electronic diagnostic equipment such as oscilloscopes (preferred)
• Experience using Git Version Control (preferred)

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
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)

Expected Compensation$73,280 - $253,440/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.