Mechanical Design Engineer, Lighting

Company: Tesla, Inc.
Location: Fremont
Posted on: March 25, 2025

Job Description:

As Mechanical Design Engineer, Lighting Systems, you will be responsible for the design, release and launch of lighting systems for future Tesla vehicle product lines. You will work alongside the most creative and resourceful designers and engineers in the world on a lean and agile team. From concept definition at the industrial design and clay modeling phase, to prototype creation, production design release and launch, you will own the product design through all stages of the design cycle developing the style, integrating the latest technologies and delivering industry-leading lighting systems for all global markets. You will be reporting to the Engineering Manager of Vehicle Lighting Systems within Vehicle Engineering.What You'll Do

• Engineer, develop and execute world-class automotive lamp systems that meet styling intent and are compliant to regulatory requirements.
• Work from clay model feasibility through to production launch.
• Collaborate with Tesla's design/styling team developing function layouts that meet legal compliance and support the design theme integrating feasible solutions for new technology adoption.
• Lead cross functional integration of lighting systems with the Tesla design/styling team, engineering teams such as body, exteriors, low voltage electronics and manufacturing as well as with Tesla supply chain teams and supplier engineers to achieve technical feasible designs.
• Participate in the iterative process with all stakeholders to deliver the optimal balance of form, function, performance and cost.
• Direct Tesla and supplier engineering lamp development and CAD designs.
• Maintain all required product development documentation including SOR, DFMEA, DVP&R.What You'll Bring
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • Successful execution of automotive lamp programs with a strong preference for experience with full LED lighting systems preferred.
  • Clear understanding of latest lighting technologies including lightguides, light blades, adaptive forward lighting (AFS) systems, Laser, OLED, Matrix, DMD, etc.
  • Demonstrate technical aptitude, creativity in design, and the ability to execute feasible solutions to complex engineering problems.
  • Basic understanding of optical system development process.
  • Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing principles including GD&T, assembly and dimensional engineering principles in design.
  • Plastic component design experience with CATIA V5/V6 preferred.
  • Demonstrate exceptional ability, management of difficult projects with tight timing constraints and provide examples of notable achievements throughout your career.Compensation and BenefitsAlong 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 - $159,600/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.Tesla is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.Privacy is a top priority for Tesla. We build it into our products and view it as an essential part of our business. To understand more about the data we collect and process as part of your application, please view our Tesla Talent Privacy Notice.
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