Internship, Electromechanical Product Design Engineer, Optimus (Winter/Spring 2027)

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This position is expected to start around January 2027 and continue through the entire Spring term (ending approximately May 2027 or later, if available). We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, Full - Time (40 hours/week) and on-site, for most internships. Our internship program is for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program. Recent graduates seeking employment after graduation and not returning to school should apply for full-time positions, not internships.

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As a Mechanical Product Design Engineer for the Optimus program you will be responsible for integration of mechanical and electrical components, consolidating and packaging connectors, harnesses and sensors. You will be on the front line of cutting-edge electromechanical architecture and integration for actuators, sensors, and distribution devices.

- Develop designs in CAD for both detailed parts and master model assemblies
- Perform tolerance analysis, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and other simulations and analyses before releasing designs for production
- Create 2D drawings appropriate for high-volume production and inspection methods
- Conduct Design for Manufacturing (DFM) reviews with suppliers and support tooling bring up
- Design automated fixtures and calibration equipment for advanced robotics products
- Design start-to-launch electromechanical parts and assemblies including plastics, sheet metal, heat sinks, as well as PCBA, rigid-flex PCBA and FPC MCO’s
- Mechanical integration analysis including thermal, design for assembly, design for test and stack-up
- Closely work cross-functionally with other mechanical, electrical, software, and firmware engineers to generate architectural tradeoffs and generate elegant designs

- Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics or a related field a graduation date between May 2027 - December 2027
- Proficiency in designing parts and assemblies using 3D modeling software (CATIA preferred)
- Strong intuition for structural optimization supported by FEA/hand calculations
- Good electrical foundation with knowledge about gearbox, motor, inverter, wire harness design
- Programming skills in MATLAB/Simulink and/or Python are preferred
- Ability to prototype using fabrication, machining, and basic electronics/coding abilities
- Exposure to a wide variety of test systems, production machinery and hobbyist electronics (pogo-pins, industrial sensors, PLCs, pneumatics, Raspberry Pi, microcontrollers, etc.)
- Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stacks, design for manufacturing/automation/test/reliability (DFM/DFA/DFT/DFR). Experience with DFMEA and PFMEA
- Basic understanding of electrical design fundamentals, as well as familiarity with PCBAs and PCBA components
- Strong knowledge of materials, fabrication methods for low- and high-volume
- Analytical background for successful design (tolerance stack-ups, solid mechanics, thermal, cost and mass optimization)
- Experience with FFC's, FPC's, and rigid-flex technologies preferred

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

- Company-paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurances
- RRSP with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parental Success Programs
- Sick and Vacation time, and Paid Holidays
- Tesla Babies program
- Tesla products, fitness discounts, and perks program

Expected Compensation $20.00 - $55.00 + 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.