Mechanical Design Engineer, Product Integration

About the role

The Product Design Integration team at Tesla creates the architecture and layout of new energy, robotics, and vehicle products. As a Mechanical Design Engineer you will translate system requirements into physical designs, build prototypes, and ensure manufacturability while meeting performance, cost, and reliability targets.

Key responsibilities

• Design and package mechanical components to satisfy product and system level requirements.
• Lead product integration reviews and mediate trade‑off decisions.
• Develop packaging master sections for Class A surface development and feasibility studies.
• Support virtual builds, buck development, physical prototypes, and pre‑series production.
• Maintain top‑level product CAD and BOM, ensuring completeness and compatibility throughout the release process.

Required profile

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience with energy products, high‑voltage battery or robot integration, covering the full product lifecycle from concept to production.
• Strong understanding of design principles for functional product systems.
• Knowledge of part manufacturing processes ranging from circuit boards to large castings.
• Proven problem‑solving ability and strong communication skills.

Required skills

• Mechanical design and packaging.
• 3D CAD modeling (CATIA preferred).
• Product lifecycle management (PLM) tools.
• High‑voltage battery integration.
• Robotics integration and packaging.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits from day 1, including medical, dental, vision, HSA, 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, and life/disability insurance.
• Family‑building support such as fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
• Flexible paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Back‑up childcare and parenting resources.