Mechanical Design Engineer Internship
Job Summary
Job Description
Tesla's drive unit development team seeks a skilled Mechanical Engineering intern to contribute to the design and improvement of next-generation drive units for electric vehicles. Responsibilities include 3D modeling of mechanical components (plastics, sheet metal, etc.), developing test fixtures and plans, creating drawing packages, troubleshooting design/production issues, and collaborating with electrical and production engineering teams. The internship offers exposure to bleeding-edge technology and a fast-paced environment at Tesla's Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg.
Must have:
- BSc/MSc in Mechanical Engineering
- 3D modeling & analysis tools (CATIA, ANSYS)
- Mechanical design experience
- Problem-solving skills
- Collaboration with cross-functional teams
Good to have:
- Python/MATLAB programming
- Understanding of engineering fundamentals
- Experience with electronics packaging materials
- GD&T knowledge
- Basic electrical design understanding
4 skills required
Job Details
What to ExpectWhat You’ll Bring
Tesla’s drive unit development team is looking for skilled and motivated mechanical engineering students to push the power electronics, motors and geartrains propelling our vehicles to the next level. The team is presently working to improve the current - and design the next - generation of drive units and is looking for students aspiring to grow technically and personally while contributing to projects that are critical to the team’s success. It's an exciting work environment with plenty of engineering resources and bright colleagues to collaborate with. As an industry leading company, Tesla offers the opportunity to work on bleeding edge technology in a fast paced, dynamic, and high visibility role.
What You’ll DoLocation: Tesla Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg
Start Date: March / April 2025
Duration: 6 months
- Design and 3D modeling of mechanical components and assemblies including plastics, sheet metal, insulation systems, and other components
- Develop test fixtures and engineering test plans for components design validation
- Create drawing packages and manufacturing instructions for parts and assemblies
- Investigate design and production problems and implement creative solutions
- Collaborate with electrical and production engineering teams to successfully design, validate and manufacture drive units
- B.Sc. B.Eng / M.Sc. M.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering, or the equivalent in experience, and evidence of exceptional ability
- Experience using 3D mechanical design and analysis tools (CATIA V5 and/or V6, ANSYS)
- Proven interest in mechanical design engineering through extracurricular activities and projects
- Familiarity in a programming language such as Python or MATLAB.
Additional Preferred Skills
- Understanding of Mechanical Engineering fundamentals (heat transfer, fluids, statics, dynamics, structural design)
- Experience designing and building mechanical assemblies
- Knowledge of materials used in electronics packaging (metals, insulators, plastics, connectors, gaskets, thermal interface materials, etc.)
- Experience using GD&T to control part features
- Basic understanding of electrical design fundamentals
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