Staff NVH Engineer, BSR

About the role

• Staff NVH Engineer, BSR | Tesla (Engineering & Information Technology)
• Location: Fremont, California | Req ID: 261045 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

Tesla is accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy with electric cars, solar, and integrated renewable energy solutions for homes and businesses. We are seeking a highly skilled BSR Engineer to join our NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) team. In this role, you will advance NVH performance in our vehicles, emphasizing Buzz, Squeak, and Rattle (BSR) issues, while leading efforts to support advanced diagnostics and predictive modeling.

What You'll Do

• Conduct NVH testing and analysis on vehicle components to identify and resolve BSR issues across prototypes and production vehicles
• Perform simulations, bench testing, and on-road evaluations to validate BSR improvements using accelerometers, microphones, and data acquisition systems
• Establish and maintain a high-precision catalog of BSR occurrences by reviewing, labeling, and categorizing audio and sensor data for engineering reference
• Collaborate on process improvement projects to explore innovative noise evaluation methods using categorized data
• Analyze test data to recommend design changes that minimize NVH issues while balancing performance, cost, and sustainability goals
• Support cross-functional teams in integrating BSR solutions into vehicle design and manufacturing processes
• Develop detailed reports and guidelines based on testing outcomes to drive continuous improvement

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Acoustics, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an NVH engineer with expertise in diagnosing and resolving buzz, squeak, and rattle issues
• Strong auditory skills with exceptional attention to detail for identifying subtle noise issues
• Interest in workflow automation, scripting, or emerging engineering technologies to modernize testing methods
• Proficiency with NVH testing equipment and software such as Dewesoft, LMS Test.Lab, or BK Pulse
• Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to root cause complex NVH phenomena and propose effective solutions
• Experience in electric vehicle NVH development is 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$91,600 - $316,800/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.