Drive Unit Test Systems Engineer

We areseekinga skilled and safety-conscious Systems Integrator to design, build, and automate custom test systems. The ideal candidate will have strongexpertisein electrical schematic design, building electrical control panels, and developing automated test software - with a solid foundation in electrical safety and code compliance.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of electrical systems and software automation, and who takes pride in building robust, repeatable, and safe test environments. An electrician's license or equivalent qualification is highly preferred.

• Design and construct electrical control panels (including power distribution, grounding, fuses, relays, terminal blocks, and safety interlocks) for automated test systems
• Create, interpret, and validate electrical schematics using tools like AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar
• Build and integrate test fixtures, interconnects, and hardware interfaces for functional, environmental, and compliance testing
• Develop and maintain automated test software using Python, C#, or LabVIEW, with control of test hardware (e.g., DAQs, power supplies, relays, sensors)
• Implement data logging, reporting, pass/fail logic, and real-time monitoring in test automation workflows
• Collaborate with mechanical, firmware, and software engineers to ensure seamless system integration
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex hardware-software interactions in test environments.
• Document system designs, schematics, software logic, and test procedures for compliance and knowledge transfer
• Ensure all electrical designs and installations meet local and national electrical codes (e.g., NEC, IEC, UL) and safety standards

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering, orequivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in systems integration, test equipment development, or electrical panel building
• Proven ability to read, create, and debug electrical schematics and layout control panels
• Strong programming skills in Python, C#, or LabVIEW for test automation and hardware control
• Experience with data acquisition hardware (e.g., NI DAQ, Keysight, National Instruments) and interfacing with sensors, relays, and power systems
• Familiarity with version control (e.g., Git) and software documentation practices
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple technical projects in a fast-paced environment

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

• Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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

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.