Sr. Power Electronics System Integration & Validation Engineer, Residential Energy
Tesla
Sr. Power Electronics System Integration & Validation Engineer, Residential Energy
| Job Category | Energy - Solar & Storage |
|---|---|
| Location | Palo Alto, California |
| Req. ID | 235686 |
| Job Type | Full-time |
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Tesla Energy is looking for an engineer who is passionate about hardware/firmware integration and validation to drive the world’s transition to a sustainable future. We emphasize collaboration in our work, and always encourage each other to have fun while we change the world together.
- Perform hardware and firmware integration of next generation power converters for residential energy storage/solar/charging systems
- Lead and own hardware design and control validation, board debug, root-cause analysis and hardware/firmware mitigations
- Develop and execute test plans to validate functions, features, and system performance
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure functional, performance, and safety requirements are successfully achieved
- Conduct failure analysis to understand root cause and drive resolution for failures originating in testing and from the field
- Drive continuous improvement in design and performance by providing direct and accurate feedback to design owners
- Debug and fix hardware and firmware issues on complex, high power/high voltage products
- Hands-on with hardware bring up and prototyping
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of experience in electronic hardware integration and power converter design/testing
- In-depth understanding of HV power electronic components (active and passive) and expertise in developing associated characterization/validation testing methods
- Strong understanding of device characteristics, gate driving circuit design, thermal design, magnetics design (inductors, transformers), power electronics topologies (AC/DC, DC/DC & DC/AC), modulation schemes, and control theories
- Experience with Altium or other schematic entry and PCB layout software
- Experience with Python, C, C++
- Proficiency with basic EE tools (scopes, network analyzers, power supplies, electronic loads, CAN tools)
- Exceptional analytical problem-solving skills, able to identify and surface issues within complex hardware/software systems
- Effective communicator and excellent attention to detail
- Preferred: Experience with inverters, batteries, and solar PV arrays
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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
$133,440 - $292,800/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.
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