What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Structural Design Engineer, Solar Hardware Engineering position at Tesla Motors?
The Senior Structural Design Engineer is responsible for analyzing and defining structural requirements on mechanical anchoring systems. The candidate should demonstrate a history of innovation, technical prowess, project management skills, a strong work ethic, and an ability to work cross functionally. Tesla's multidisciplinary Solar Hardware Engineering Team develops novel solar systems for the purpose of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy. This group is focused on design conception, prototyping, and manufacturing of novel solar products. New concepts are evaluated based upon first principles, rigorous cost analysis, and feasibility testing.
Responsibilities
- Subject matter expert for structural engineering design
- Dynamic analysis of structural responses from wind excitation and snow loading
- Aerodynamic and aeroelastic modeling of components and cladding
- Design and analyze anchoring withdrawal into wood, metals, and concrete structures.
- Develop mechanical design solutions to complex environmental responses
- Cross functional participation in product requirement definition
- Cross functional participation in DFMEA and design validation plans
- Manufacture prototypes and create validation test plans
- Create cost models and economic justification to proposed solutions
- Read and interpret building codes and standards
Requirements
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 :
2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Expected Compensation
137,680 - $206,520 / annual salary cash and stock awards benefits
Pay 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.
Salary : $137,680 - $206,520
