21 lot associate jobs found in Palo Alto

Our team productionizes and experiments with novel ML models for our custom HW- we train and deploy large neural networks for efficient inference on compute-constrained edge devices (CPU / GPU / AI ASIC). The nature of this role is multi-disciplinary - you will work at the intersection of machine learning and systems by building the co-designing ML models and their developing the associated deployment infrastructure that enables the seamless training, deployment, and inference of all neural networks that run at Tesla AI. The Role Build robust AI frameworks to lower neural networks to edge devices Build robust AI infrastructure to train and fine-tune networks for Autopilot and Optimus on large GPU clusters Deploy state-of-the-art neural networks on heterogenous compute, including Tesla’s in-house AI ASIC, with an aim to maximize network performance while minimizing latency Collaborate with AI scientists and compiler engineers to effectively compress large models...

Tesla is seeking a Diagnostics Engineer for Autonomous Driving Systems, which includes Self-driving software and associated hardware, such as cameras and the self-driving computer. This role is uniquely positioned within our engineering organization as the owner of diagnostic tools and features, acting as an advocate for the end users in our global service operations. A strong technical background in diagnosing complex electrical systems with heavy software content and deployed in safety-critical applications is required. You must be passionate about autonomous vehicles, a strong critical thinker, and capable of understanding technical system-level architecture and issues. As a Diagnostics Engineer in the Vehicle Software organization, you will be reviewing real-world issues, digging into logs and code, and designing enhanced diagnostics that improve the experience for customers and service technicians alike. You won't just report problems; you'll root-cause them, propose...

Tesla is at the forefront of developing humanoid robots, known as Optimus, on a large scale to revolutionize automation in manufacturing and material handling. We leverage advanced AI for highly adaptable and autonomous operation. As part of our Optimus Hardware Validation team, we're seeking an exceptional test and validation engineer to design and implement comprehensive tests at sub-system and system levels for actuator validation. You'll develop innovative methodologies to ensure the reliability, performance, and safety of our cutting-edge actuators. This highly cross-functional role involves collaborating with design engineers, software developers, and firmware engineers to create efficient testing that delivers optimal results in minimal time. You will take direction from a senior engineer, while assuming full responsibility over the tests you design and run, providing summaries directly to teams. The ideal candidate solid background in mechatronic and/or electric...

Tesla is at the forefront of developing humanoid robots, known as Optimus, on a large scale to revolutionize automation in manufacturing and material handling. We leverage advanced AI for highly adaptable and autonomous operation. As part of our Optimus Hardware Validation team, we're seeking an exceptional test and validation engineer to design and implement comprehensive tests at sub-system and system levels for actuator validation. You'll develop innovative methodologies to ensure the reliability, performance, and safety of our cutting-edge actuators. This highly cross-functional role involves collaborating with design engineers, software developers, and firmware engineers to create efficient testing that delivers optimal results in minimal time. You will take direction from a senior engineer, while assuming full responsibility over the tests you design and run, providing summaries directly to teams. The ideal candidate solid background in mechatronic and/or electric...

We are looking for a Supply Chain Manager for Flexible Printed Circuits to drive cutting edge technologies across all our vehicles and special projects that are highly innovative and fast paced. This position will focus on leading one of the most strategic categories and include managing a Global supply base, developing and owning supplier and partner relationships, defining the category and supply base strategy, management and negotiation of Supply Agreements and related contractual execution activities. An ideal candidate will have high ambition to grow within Tesla and bring high energy/impact to succeed in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated ability to successfully navigate through ambiguities/difficult obstacles through collection of facts & data, advanced planning, evaluation of alternatives, open-mindedness, thought-through strategy, and superior communications to lead cross-functional organizations through sourcing activities. The Role Owner of RFQ's and contract...

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Global Supply Manager to support our development teams and contract manufacturing partners in the sourcing of Direct Supply Chain components and parts. These will include specific parts related to Optimus, our general-purpose robotic humanoid that’s currently under development and/or any other components intrinsic to the successful running of the organization. In this role, you will own and manage the Mechanicals Structures commodity strategy including leading supplier selection decisions, managing and developing key supplier relationships, driving commercial cost reductions and supporting new product introductions from a supply chain perspective. As a Supply Chain Manager, you will build and leverage strong working relationships with cross-functional partners in engineering and work together with our suppliers to assure cost, quality and delivery targets are met to achieve maximum advantage for Tesla and our customers. The Role...

Consider before submitting an application This position is expected to start August or September 2026 and continue through fall term (ending approximately December 2026 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...

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Supply Chain Manager to support our development teams and contract manufacturing partners in the sourcing of Direct Supply Chain components and parts. The role will focus on AI Hardware and/or any other components intrinsic to the successful running of the organization. The Role Owner of RFQ's - ensuring all commercial terms are agreed and documented. Ensures Non-Disclosure Agreements, General Terms & Conditions, Piece Price Agreements, and other related contracts are negotiated and implemented Drive piece price and tooling negotiation process to ensure that Tesla’s commodity pricing met Best-In-Class expectations, while meeting Supplier Industrialization standards of Best-In-Class quality, in addition to driving continual cost reduction and avoidance initiatives through ad-hoc price negotiations Address all areas of category management including category business plans, market conditions, technology roadmaps, cost...

Tesla is at the forefront of developing humanoid robots, known as Optimus, on a large scale to revolutionize automation in manufacturing and material handling. We leverage advanced AI for highly adaptable and autonomous operation. As part of our Optimus Hardware Validation team, we're seeking an exceptional test and validation engineer to design and implement comprehensive tests at sub-system and system levels for actuator validation. You'll develop innovative methodologies to ensure the reliability, performance, and safety of our cutting-edge actuators. This highly cross-functional role involves collaborating with design engineers, software developers, and firmware engineers to create efficient testing that delivers optimal results in minimal time. You will take direction from a senior engineer, while assuming full responsibility over the tests you design and run, providing summaries directly to teams. The ideal candidate solid background in mechatronic and/or electric...

We are looking for a Reliability Engineer with a strong background in low voltage electronic systems to join our reliability team. In this role, you will play a key role in designing reliability into our ground-breaking vehicle products. As a successful candidate, you will follow the reliability lifecycle of these products from concept to design, development, manufacturing, and field operation to design-in, confirm and grow exceptional reliability at every stage. This role is highly engaging, and you will collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to understand emerging designs and architectures. You will be responsible for identifying risks associated with electronic modules and the electronic systems they interact with. You will identify appropriate stresses that our products must pass and create test plans, which will be used to assess the reliability of our products. You will provide reliability analyses and use your engineering knowledge to help improve the...

Tesla’s Power Electronics group is looking for a skilled and motivated electrical engineer to design and develop power magnetic components for power converters intended to be used in vehicle and/or stationary storage platforms. The Role Design and development of magnetic components for power converters intended to be used in vehicle and/or energy storage applications Work closely with power electronics and mechanical design engineers to develop low cost high efficiency magnetics components (inductors, transformers, etc.) Start to finish ownership of magnetic components – from specification to design, prototype, testing and manufacturing Requirements Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience 4 or more years of experience with magnetic component designs for high frequency power electronic converters Solid understanding of electro-magnetic theory, properties of magnetic materials and winding techniques for high...

Tesla is accelerating the world’s transition to sustainable energy and the Chassis Design Engineering team plays a critical part in that mission, helping to deliver a safe, efficient, comfortable, and enjoyable driving experience, while also focusing on the sustainability and value of Tesla’s products. Collaboration, learning, and growth are core to the team’s success.A Mechanical Design Engineer on the suspension systems development team is responsible for bringing parts or systems from concept to production and beyond with support from other engineering teams at Tesla. The engineer is responsible for taking a system approach to mechanical design and electromechanical integration of suspension control and actuation systems including but not limited to air suspension. Responsibilities include design, analysis, sourcing, prototyping, testing, vehicle assembly validation, quality control, engineering documentation, and more.  There will be opportunities to learn and improve these...

The Tesla Bot Actuator Team is at the forefront of designing and building high-performance electromechanical actuators for the Tesla Bot humanoid robot program. This role is pivotal in assembling cutting-edge rotary and linear actuator systems, contributing to the creation of the most torque and power-dense humanoid actuators in the world. Joining this team means collaborating closely with manufacturing and design engineering to provide critical feedback for improving assembly processes and product design. This position requires a proactive individual with hands-on experience in mechanical or electromechanical system assembly, capable of working independently and thriving in a dynamic, innovative environment. The Role Assemble actuators on a prototype assembly line using manual and semi-automated equipment such as pressing tools and torque tools Conduct end-of-line testing of actuators to ensure functionality and performance on the prototype assembly line Perform...

Tesla is at the forefront of creating large-scale humanoid robots for revolutionizing automation in manufacturing and material handling. As a valued member of our dedicated Optimus Test team, we're seeking an exceptional Electrical Test Engineer to play a crucial role in testing and validating the Optimus. Your contributions will be pivotal in shaping our products throughout their lifecycle and ensuring the success of the Optimus. In this role, you'll design and set up tests to evaluate product performance and reliability. We're looking for someone with strong electrical skills, project management experience, and the ability to take ownership for successful outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in electrical and/or electronic engineering, including low voltage and power distribution systems, and an understanding of electromechanical or robotic systems. You'll be exposed to various aspects of the Optimus, such as controllers, sensors, actuators, battery and...

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Global Supply Manager to support our development teams and contract manufacturing partners in the sourcing of Direct Supply Chain components and parts. These will include specific parts related to Optimus, our general-purpose robotic humanoid that’s currently under development and/or any other components intrinsic to the successful running of the organization. In this role, you will own and manage the Mechanicals Structures commodity strategy including leading supplier selection decisions, managing and developing key supplier relationships, driving commercial cost reductions and supporting new product introductions from a supply chain perspective. As a Supply Chain Manager, you will build and leverage strong working relationships with cross-functional partners in engineering and work together with our suppliers to assure cost, quality and delivery targets are met to achieve maximum advantage for Tesla and our customers. The Role...

The Energy Reliability Engineering team is seeking highly motivated Engineering Technicians to help develop Tesla's future in Energy Products and associated systems while continuously improving our existing products. Our Engineering Technicians work side by side with our Test Engineers to validate our world class products, iterate product and test designs, and push the boundaries of our products functionality and reliability. This work requires you to be extremely detail oriented, hold your work to the highest quality standards, and have the engineering drive to perpetually innovate. Our team's passion drives us to succeed, you must be self-motivated, eager for change, and thrive in ambiguity. Testing requires collaboration with many engineering teams, reliability, design, integration etc. a team player mentality and exceptional communication is essential. Tesla's Energy systems are constantly being improved, to maintain confidence we are producing the best possible products,...

The Infrastructure Design team is looking for an Associate Electrical Design Engineer to be a part of our team, supporting projects across the Bay Area in design, development, and execution of Cell and Energy Manufacturing and R&D facilities. The Associate Electrical Design Engineer will work under the technical supervision of our engineers. We are looking for someone who closely aligns with our mission statement. The Role Provide advanced design services by preparing and maintaining construction drawings, facilities layouts, and engineering drawings Produce complex technical drawings including single line diagrams, layout drawings, panel schedules. Verify using field surveys and develop as-builts Develop simple to mid-level designs/layouts through fabrication level 3D models Prepare designs and bill of material estimates from general instruction Work with various manufacturing, construction, and facilities stakeholders to understand end user needs and...

We are looking for a Sustaining Reliability Engineer, Low-voltage (LV) electronics with background in LV electronics modules and components. In this role, you will be at the forefront of our commitment to quality and reliability, executing a range of responsibilities that directly impact our products' performance and customer satisfaction. As a successful candidate, you will be responsible for identifying risks and designing and implementing mitigation strategies associated with the manufacturing of our products, from mass production through the hands of our customers. Beyond traditional reliability engineering, this role also draws on data and light analytics to help detect and anticipate failures before they reach the field. This role is highly engaging, and you will work with various internal and external cross-functional teams and management. You will oversee validation testing and convey the results to all involved teams. You will play a pivotal part in transitioning from...

Tesla is at the forefront of creating large-scale humanoid robots for revolutionizing automation in manufacturing and material handling. As a valued member of our dedicated Optimus Test team, we're seeking an exceptional Electrical Test Engineer to play a crucial role in testing and validating the Optimus. Your contributions will be pivotal in shaping our products throughout their lifecycle and ensuring the success of the Optimus. In this role, you'll design and set up tests to evaluate product performance and reliability. We're looking for someone with strong electrical skills, project management experience, and the ability to take ownership for successful outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in electrical and/or electronic engineering, including low voltage and power distribution systems, and an understanding of electromechanical or robotic systems. You'll be exposed to various aspects of the Optimus, such as controllers, sensors, actuators, battery and...

The Robotics Supervisor leads and coordinates a team of Engineering Technicians supporting the Manufacturing Engineering team within the Optimus Assembly scope. This role oversees daily work activities to ensure high-quality, safe operations as technicians fabricate, assemble, and integrate mobile robot prototypes, validate new designs for manufacturability, and support new product launch schedules. The Supervisor maintains continuity of operations in the prototype shop and newly developed work cells, drives process efficiency from beta builds through ramp-up of robotics production, and manages workforce training, performance, and development. The Supervisor also serves as an advisor and decision-maker on project critical path issues, escalating and resolving complex technical challenges to reduce program risk. The Role Plan, supervise, and coordinate the daily work activities of the Engineering Technician team, ensuring high-quality, safe operations across the...