Glazing Mechanical Design Engineer, Closures Engineering

As a Glazing Mechanical Design Engineer within the Closures Engineering team at Tesla, Inc., you will play a critical role in designing and engineering exterior glass systems for Tesla vehicles. Collaborating with innovative designers and engineers, you will contribute to every phase of the product design cycle-from initial sketches and clay modeling to architecture, validation, and product launch. Your work will help shape iconic elements of Tesla's design, ensuring a seamless integration of form, function, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key member of the Vehicle Engineering team to drive automotive glazing and closure system development for Tesla's vehicle product line
• Conceptualize, design, engineer, and launch components for glazing, seals, and trim products
• Collaborate with Autopilot, Thermal, Antenna, Mechanisms, Interiors, and Sealing teams to integrate and package components within each closure
• Achieve innovation-driven closure system targets for appearance, function, quality, cost, and weight
• Establish system-level architecture and functionality through market research, design feasibility, and prototyping
• Participate in iterative processes with Tesla Design and Styling Studio to balance form, function, and quality
• Optimize glazing designs, including heater grids, coatings, and interlayers, to enhance system performance and minimize optical defects

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience showcasing excellence
• Passion for cutting-edge product design and innovation
• Minimum of two years of industry experience in consumer product design or a related field
• Proficiency in 3D modeling using CATIA V5/V6 or similar software
• Knowledge of design for manufacturing principles across various commodities
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and mechanics of materials with creative problem-solving skills
• Experience with advanced manufacturing technologies, particularly related to glazing or ceramics, preferred

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:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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
$92,720 - $206,520/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.