Sr. Electrical Reliability Test Engineer, Drive Inverter

About the role

Sr. Electrical Reliability Test Engineer, Drive Inverter | Tesla (Engineering & Information Technology)

Location: Fremont, California | Req ID: 279959 | Job Type: Full-time

What to Expect

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Drive Inverter Reliability Test Team to work on the latest edge of technology drive inverters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering, with significant experience in inverter design and testing. This role focuses on ensuring the reliability and performance of drive inverters for our cutting-edge EV technology.

What You'll Do

• Design, execute, and analyze reliability tests for drive inverters
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate potential reliability issues
• Utilize electronic design software to simulate and troubleshoot inverter circuits
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Junior Engineers and Technicians
• Prepare and present detailed reports on test findings and recommendations

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in inverter design and testing
• Strong knowledge of power electronics and semiconductor components, particularly MOSFETs and IGBTs
• Proven experience in the design and testing of inverter circuits
• Proficiency in using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, curve tracers, DMMs, hipot testers, and source meters
• Familiarity with electronic design software such as Altium, LTspice, etc.
• Experience in the automotive or heavy vehicle industry with electric drive systems
• Familiarity with reliability testing methodologies and standards

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$91,600 - $195,600/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.