What are the responsibilities and job description for the Thermal System Modeling & Design Engineer, Energy Products position at Tesla Motors?
The Tesla Energy Products team is bringing battery and solar technology to the grid to facilitate a renewable energy ecosystem and redefine the way the world will use energy in the future. As part of the Thermal Architecture team, you are the design lead that defines and designs the thermal systems that make Tesla Energy products like Megapack, Supercharger and Powerwall world class. This role involves collaboration with designers, engineering, manufacturing, firmware, and service and requires the ability to apply engineering fundamentals to model and design thermal systems that are at the core of Tesla's success. Our team is small, committed, fast moving and we believe a diverse team of motivated individuals can accomplish almost anything. We are problem solvers, team players and game changers. If this sounds like you, Tesla just might be the place to make your mark.
Responsibilities
- Support programs through the entire life cycle including requirements development, modeling, prototype builds, test, and production
- Develop thermal models to simulate system performance of HVAC components to meet system requirements while optimizing for efficiency and cost
- Perform high level system tradeoffs between different thermal design solutions to optimize for battery life and system cost
- Develop and execute component and subsystem design verification plans and test methods to validate product adherence to requirements
- Create CFD models to aid mechanical design teams in component development or gain insight into system level thermal tradeoffs
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
112,000 - $234,000 / 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 : $112,000 - $234,000
