Senior High Voltage Battery Mechanical Test Engineer

2 Months ago • 3 Years + • Quality Assurance

Job Summary

Job Description

Tesla seeks a Senior High Voltage Battery Mechanical Test Engineer to lead component and pack-level validation testing under various conditions (structural, vibration, thermal, electrical). Responsibilities include designing and automating test infrastructure, investigating failures to improve validation processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams (Design Engineers, Reliability Scientists, etc.), developing and executing design validation plans (DVPs), leading high-voltage battery testing programs, and presenting findings to leadership. The ideal candidate possesses strong knowledge of data acquisition, solid mechanics, material science, heat transfer, failure analysis, and digital electronics, along with proficiency in 3D CAD software and scripting languages (Python, C++).
Must have:
  • Lead battery testing programs
  • Design & automate test infrastructure
  • Investigate failures, improve processes
  • Collaborate cross-functionally
  • Proficient in 3D CAD & scripting
  • Knowledge of high-voltage systems

Job Details

What to Expect

We are seeking an experienced High Voltage Battery Test Engineer to join our Hardware Testing team. In this role, you will collaborate with a passionate, multi-disciplinary team to develop and execute hardware, firmware, and software solutions for validating Tesla’s high-voltage (HV) battery products against internal and industry standards. 

You will play a critical role in identifying reliability risks, shaping product design, and ensuring performance from early concept development through production launch and beyond. The ideal candidate is hands-on, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and has a strong problem-solving mindset with a track record of technical excellence and collaboration. 

What You’ll Do
  • Lead component- and pack-level validation testing under realistic and accelerated dynamic and environmental conditions, including structural, vibration, thermal, and electrical testing
  • Design, build, and automate test infrastructure for battery system and component testing
  • Investigate test and field failures to drive product development and improve validation processes
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Design Engineers, Reliability Scientists, Material Scientists, Quality, and Service teams to identify failure modes and define robust validation plans
  • Develop and execute design validation plans (DVPs) and test methods to ensure compliance with performance requirements
  • Lead high-voltage battery testing programs, mentoring engineers and influencing critical product decisions
  • Utilize data acquisition, instrumentation, and automation for precise testing and analysis
  • Present findings and recommendations to cross-functional teams and leadership

What You’ll Bring
  • Engineering Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or equivalent with 3+ years of work experience
  • Strong knowledge in data acquisition, solid mechanics, material science, heat transfer, failure analysis, and digital electronics
  • Experience with object-oriented programming and scripting (Python, C++, etc.) for hardware control and data analysis
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD software for designing test automation systems, mechanical structures, or mechatronic systems
  • Familiarity with high-voltage systems and electrical test equipment
  • Experience leading technical projects, coordinating with multiple teams, and balancing competing priorities
  • Passion for hands-on problem-solving and first-principles thinking

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