Design jobs in San Jose, CA | Work For Warriors

Aug 27, 2026

Sr. Engineering Manager, In House Cell Design - Fremont [249431]

$120,800 - $307,200 yearly

Tesla Fremont, CA

We’re seeking a Fremont-based engineering manager to lead next-generation large-format cylindrical products, pioneered by Tesla, specifically for EVs. This position offers outsize leverage on the mission to deliver affordable & exhilarating vehicles that accelerate Earth’s transition to sustainable energy! Our vertically-integrated program (from refining to recycling— electrode thru vehicle— hardware + software) uniquely enables full-stack engineering for extreme speed, precision and volume, leveraging troves of internal data, and super-aligned technical partners that carry years of execution pedigree and mass-production wisdom. The Role Lead and grow team of 15+ design engineers; own new & derivative versions of Tesla’s in-house 46x cell from initial requirements, through B~C phase development, to factory launch Define & drive execution of bold projects that optimize cost / performance and neutralize vexing tradeoffs spanning product + factory Foster respect &...

Aug 27, 2026

CNC Machinist, Prototype Machine Shop - Fremont [252631]

$27.00 - $44.00 hourly

Tesla Fremont, CA

Tesla’s Bay Area Prototype Machine Shop is currently seeking a dedicated and skilled CNC Machinist to join the team and contribute to Tesla’s mission. The Prototype Machine Shop Team provides engineers and technicians across the organization with complex and critical machined components and assemblies to meet the most aggressive program objectives. Through close collaboration with a world-class team of fellow machinists, fabricators, engineers, and leadership, we enhance the design of systems and products from concept through production by bringing intangible ideas to the physical world. As a CNC Machinist on the Prototype Team, you will contribute to a range of projects from concept and pre-production vehicles, energy systems, artificial intelligence, robotics, and other future-facing initiatives. If you are looking for a challenge and growth in your career, this is an exciting opportunity to push yourself to new heights while supporting innovative engineering initiatives...

Aug 27, 2026

Sr. UX Designer, Enterprise, Factory & Manufacturing Systems - Fremont [271665]

$132,000 - $234,000 yearly

Tesla Fremont, CA

Tesla is looking for an outstanding User Experience Designer to research and create the future of our internal software. You will be responsible for researching, designing, innovating, and prototyping new user experiences that pave the way for the future of energy, vehicles and employees in a way that has never been done before. Our experiences are transforming the way consumers, businesses, and municipalities transition to EVs and sustainable energy. UX Design team focuses on the experience for global sales, ordering, delivery, checkout, employee experiences, finance, analytics, factory tools and more. The candidate will be responsible for internal enterprise tools that support our factory, and manufacturing internal experiences. Deliverables include design mockups, experience flows, prototyping, design presentations, high-fidelity visuals, and follow up to ensure high-quality implementation. As a member of the UX Design organization, you will be at the forefront of transforming...

Aug 27, 2026

Design for Serviceability Specialist - Fremont [272027]

$96,000 - $144,000 yearly

Tesla Fremont, CA

Tesla is seeking a Design for Serviceability Specialist to embed with our design and engineering teams and bring a hands-on technician's perspective to new and sustaining Tesla programs. As a Specialist, you will review CAD models and engineering changes, surface serviceability risks early, and partner with engineers to drive design improvements that reduce repair time, tooling complexity, and field failures. The Role Technical individual contributor role embedded with design and engineering teams to inject serviceability requirements into new and sustaining programs Review CAD models, designs, and engineering changes from a serviceability lens; provide direct technical feedback and partner with design engineers to resolve issues before release Apply hands-on technical expertise to assess service complexity, identify design risks, and recommend solutions that reduce repair time, tooling needs, and field failure modes Troubleshoot complex technical issues...

Aug 27, 2026

Mastering Specialist, Color & Materials - Fremont [262695]

$92,000 - $180,000 yearly

Tesla Fremont, CA

A Mastering Specialist at Tesla’s Design Studio is responsible for all aspects of the mastering process for interior and exterior materials. This includes the analysis and approval of color, material, finish, and grain as well as the validation of overall appearance and quality as it relates to material development. As a part of this fast-paced environment, you will create and oversee all material masters and collaborate closely with suppliers and key cross-functional partners, including Design Quality and Color and Material Design, to procure production feasible materials that meet both design intent and aggressive program timelines. The Mastering Specialist will support the implementation of tactical protocol including procedures, tools, and software to streamline all aspects of the material mastering system. You hold the highest standards for quality, are detail oriented, and build strong relationships with other team members while enjoying a dynamic work environment....

Aug 27, 2026

R&D Fabricator, Prototype Shop - Fremont [272254]

$27.00 - $55.00 hourly

Tesla Fremont, CA

Tesla’s Bay Area Prototype Fabrication Shop is currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Fabricator to join the team and contribute to Tesla’s mission. The Prototype Fabrication Team provides engineers and technicians across the organization with complex and critical fabricated components and assemblies to meet the most aggressive program objectives. Through close collaboration with a world-class team of fellow fabricators, machinists, engineers, and leadership, we enhance the design of systems and products from concept through production by bringing intangible ideas to the physical world. As a Prototype Fabricator, you will contribute to a range of projects from concept and pre-production vehicles, energy systems, artificial intelligence, robotics, and other future-facing initiatives. If you are looking for a challenge and growth in your career, this is an exciting opportunity to push yourself to new heights while supporting innovative engineering initiatives using cutting...

Aug 27, 2026

UX Designer, Enterprise - Fremont [250270]

$100,000 - $198,000 yearly

Tesla Fremont, CA

Tesla is looking for an outstanding User Experience Designer to research and create the future ofour internal software. You will be responsible for researching, designing, innovating, and prototyping new user experiences that pave the way for the future of energy, vehicles and employe es in a way that has never been done before. Our experiences are transforming the way consumers, businesses, and municipalities transition to EVs and sustainable energy. UX Design team focuses on the experience for global sales, ordering, delivery, checkout, employee experiences, finance, analytics, factory tools and more. The candidate will be responsible for internal enterprise tools that support our internal experiences. Deliverables include design mockups, experience flows, prototyping, design presentations, high-fidelity visuals, and follow up to ensure high-quality implementation. As a member of the UX Design organization, you will be at the forefront of transforming the digital landscape...

Aug 27, 2026

Sr. UX Designer, Vehicle Configurator - Fremont [270218]

$100,000 - $198,000 yearly

Tesla Fremont, CA

Tesla is looking for an outstanding User Experience Designer to design the future of how customers configure and order Tesla vehicles and energy products. You will be responsible for researching, designing, innovating, prototyping and testing new digital experiences that pave the way for the future of vehicle and energy in a way that has never been done before. Our experiences are transforming the way consumers, businesses, and municipalities transition to EV’s, sustainable energy and an autonomous future. This is a high impact, high growth opportunity role. As a member of the UX Design team, you will be at the forefront of transforming the digital experiences for Tesla's vehicles and energy products across the globe. You will be responsible for designing the Tesla vehicle and energy order experiences. You will collaborate with sales teams, product owners, designers, engineers, global partners and will be a key contributor and originator. You will conceptualize, design, measure...

Aug 27, 2026

Intern

Internship, Automotive Photographer & Retoucher, Design Studio (Winter/Spring 2027) - Fremont [279030]

$20.00 - $50.00 hourly

Tesla Fremont, CA

Consider before submitting an application 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. International Students: If your work authorization is through CPT, please consult your school on your ability to work 40 hours per week before applying. You must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year. Internship Program at Tesla The Internship Recruiting Team is driven by the passion to recognize and develop emerging talent. Our year-round program places the best students in positions where they...

Aug 27, 2026

Design Manager, Factory Design - Fremont [255699]

$96,800 - $168,000 yearly

Tesla Fremont, CA

Designing and building infrastructure at record speed is key to enabling our global expansion. We are seeking a highly motivated Design Manager to join our Fremont Factory Infrastructure Engineering team and focus on supporting the designing, collaborating, and building the first home of Optimus while continue to support critical vehicle programs. In this role, you will own and drive the full design and engineering process for construction and infrastructure development from concept through production. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in engineering, construction, manufacturing, and project management, with the ability to manage multi-disciplinary projects and teams in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. You will collaborate closely with Engineering, Construction, Manufacturing, and Production to ensure alignment on priorities and deliver world-class infrastructure at speed. This is an onsite role based at our Fremont Factory in California. The Role...

Aug 27, 2026

CNC Mill Programmer, Prototype Shop - Fremont [278550]

$27.00 - $67.00 hourly

Tesla Fremont, CA

Tesla’s Bay Area Prototype Machine Shop is currently seeking a dedicated and skilled CNC Mill Programmer to join the team and contribute to Tesla’s mission. The Prototype Machine Shop Team provides engineers and technicians across the organization with complex and critical machined components and assemblies to meet the most aggressive program objectives. Through close collaboration with a world-class team of fellow machinists, fabricators, engineers, and leadership, we enhance the design of systems and products from concept through production by bringing intangible ideas to the physical world. As a CNC Mill Programmer on the Prototype Team, you will contribute to a range of projects from concept and pre-production vehicles, energy systems, artificial intelligence, robotics, and other future-facing initiatives. If you are looking for a challenge and growth in your career, this is an exciting opportunity to push yourself to new heights while supporting innovative engineering...

Aug 27, 2026

Sr. CNC Mill Turn Programmer, Gear Lab - Fremont [280546]

$27.00 - $78.00 hourly

Tesla Fremont, CA

Tesla’s Bay Area Prototype Team is seeking a skilled, highly motivated, and experienced CNC Mill-Turn Programmer for a senior position on our Gear Lab Team. This is an opportunity to be an integral part of a specialized unit partnering with Tesla’s Drive Systems Engineering. Together, our R&D efforts aim to produce the world’s best electric propulsion systems. At the DSE Gear Lab, you will contribute to the production of cutting edge geartrain components made to the highest quality standards for electric propulsion applications. Working in a dynamic and fast-paced prototype environment, we look to you to develop and execute efficient setups of our CNC equipment to meet design engineering objectives. The ideal candidate will autonomously operate machinery and educate junior operators on precision turning practices and collaborate with manufacturing and design engineers. The selected candidate will learn and perform various gear cutting techniques, thus an open mindset and...

Aug 27, 2026

Sr. Analysis Engineer, Battery Pack, Battery Engineering - Palo Alto [228633]

$109,600 - $234,000 yearly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

Analysis Engineers on the Battery Team are at the leading edge of the next generation Tesla products. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing and optimizing the performance of revolutionary vehicle and energy storage battery designs. The Battery team help pushing cell performance limits to make incredible products. You will be an innovative and skilled problem solver – using all analytical tools available to you. Where these tools are insufficient or do not exist, you will develop novel methodologies to enable fast and accurate solutions. You will be brilliant both technically as an individual, and as an active member in a diverse and challenging cross-functional team environment. The role requires strong fundamentals, a passion to push the boundaries of technology and the tenacity to make designs successful. Our design requirements push the limits of physical possibility, which requires you to be extremely detail oriented in supporting the design engineers making...

Aug 27, 2026

Materials Development Engineer, Cell Design - Palo Alto [264587]

$91,600 - $234,000 yearly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

The cell materials development team is looking for a skilled Materials Engineer to own, test and validate materials designs and concepts for Tesla’s next generation cell design that are commensurate with its performance requirements and launch horizon, with an emphasis on delivering novel (but feasible) materials and designs over off-the-shelf and/or incremental improvements. You will be working closely with mechanical and stack design engineers to develop solutions that optimize the nexus of materials and design. The Role Holistically own a range of inactive cell materials for Tesla’s next generation in-house cell design, identifying and evaluating both new and existing materials, designs and components Develop and execute laboratory experiments, materials formulation and characterization, and cell testing to inform performance, reliability, manufacturability and value Work closely with cell design team to develop materials solutions to unlock novel design pathways...

Aug 27, 2026

Staff Physical Design, 3D Hybrid Bonding, AI Hardware - Palo Alto [268248]

$128,000 - $312,000 yearly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

The Tesla AI Hardware team is at the forefront of revolutionizing artificial intelligence through cutting-edge hardware innovation. Comprising brilliant engineers and visionaries, the team designs and develops advanced AI inference chips tailored to accelerate Tesla’s machine learning capabilities. A key part of this effort is Dojo, Tesla's custom supercomputer system built to efficiently train massive neural networks on vast video data from the fleet. The work of Tesla's AI Hardware team powers the neural networks behind Full Self-Driving (FSD), and Tesla humanoid robot, Optimus, pushing the boundaries of computational efficiency and performance. By creating custom silicon and optimized architectures, the team ensures Tesla remains a leader in AI-driven automotive and energy solutions, shaping a future where intelligent machines enhance human life. Tesla's AI Hardware Team is looking for experienced, highly skilled VLSI engineers who enjoy working across the logic, circuit,...

Aug 27, 2026

Sr. Design Manager, MEP Infrastructure - Palo Alto [270350]

$108,000 - $210,000 yearly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

We're looking for an Infrastructure Design Manager with deep expertise in mechanical, electrical, structural, or architectural engineering; someone who doesn't just follow playbooks but questions assumptions and builds solutions from fundamental truths. In this role, you'll own the full design and engineering lifecycle for R&D infrastructure, from concept through construction. You won't inherit predefined solutions; you'll be expected to deconstruct complex problems to their core elements, evaluate trade-offs rigorously, and drive engineering decisions that optimize for real-world constraints; not convention. This role is for you if you naturally begin with curiosity—asking "why?" before jumping to "how?"—and possess the analytical instinct to pinpoint the critical 20% of constraints that shape 80% of a design decision. You thrive in ambiguity, transforming uncertainty into clear, actionable engineering scope with confidence and clarity. You reject simplistic trade-offs and...

Aug 27, 2026

Instructional Design Manager, Semi Service - Palo Alto [274755]

$96,000 - $186,000 yearly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

The Tesla Semi Service Training Team is looking for an experienced and driven Instructional Design Manager to lead the development of high-quality training content that supports our mission of accelerating the world's transition to renewable energy. In this role, you will manage a team of Instructional Designers, set strategic direction for content development, drive accountability to timelines and quality standards, and foster a culture of creativity and continuous improvement. The Role Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Instructional Designers, setting clear performance expectations,conducting regular 1:1s, and creating individual development plans Manage workload distribution across simultaneous training development projects, ensuring timelines and budgets are met Oversee the design and development of engaging training content across instructor-led, online, and webinar formats with measurable learning outcomes Review and approve team content, maintaining...

Aug 27, 2026

Software Product Manager, Design Automation Software - Palo Alto [275554]

$112,000 - $264,000 yearly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

Tesla’s Vehicle Engineering department is composed of thousands of the world’s best vehicle, battery, and manufacturing engineers. These Engineers are responsible for the mechanical and industrial design of all major programs, for example, batteries, Optimus, Robotaxi, and all new factories.  Design Technology, which is part of Vehicle Engineering, is responsible for making the tools these Engineers use every bit as intelligent and dynamic as the products themselves. As a Software Product Manager on the Design Technology team, you will drive the development of software applications that automate or streamline parts of the design process. The Role Discover and prioritize the most important problems to solve through deep understanding of your customers and their needs Define metrics for measuring business impact and use them to make data-driven prioritization decisions Define and socialize product vision, strategy, and an outcome-based roadmap...

Aug 27, 2026

Design Manager, MEP Infrastructure - Palo Alto [276217]

$108,000 - $210,000 yearly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

We're looking for an Infrastructure Design Manager with deep expertise in mechanical, electrical, structural, or architectural engineering; someone who doesn't just follow playbooks but questions assumptions and builds solutions from fundamental truths. In this role, you'll own the full design and engineering lifecycle for R&D infrastructure, from concept through construction. You won't inherit predefined solutions; you'll be expected to deconstruct complex problems to their core elements, evaluate trade-offs rigorously, and drive engineering decisions that optimize for real-world constraints; not convention. This role is for you if you naturally begin with curiosity—asking "why?" before jumping to "how?"—and possess the analytical instinct to pinpoint the critical 20% of constraints that shape 80% of a design decision. You thrive in ambiguity, transforming uncertainty into clear, actionable engineering scope with confidence and clarity. You reject simplistic trade-offs and...

Aug 27, 2026

Design Project Coordinator, Infrastructure - Palo Alto [277016]

$22.00 - $57.00 hourly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

Tesla is looking for a motivated and accomplished Design Project Coordinator to join our infrastructure team. The role requires a highly organized mindset, a passion for driving multi-disciplinary projects, and an unparalleled ability to pull people together to make things happen. Our program schedules push the limits of what is physically possible. This requires you to be extremely detail oriented, identify real hard barriers and drive the cross-functional teams to execute quickly at high quality. You will drive collaboration between Engineering disciplines, Construction, Manufacturing and Production to ensure our team’s goals are aligned with company priorities. You will work to understand the opportunities and challenges of each project, organize scattered information into a concise and complete message, document and communicate to every team member.The team has open positions in Fremont, CA and Palo Alto, CA. The Role Project Start-Up/Initiation including contracts,...

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