Safety Restraints Design Engineer, Air Bag Systems

• Support restraint system integration work from design concept to vehicle validation. Provide engineering expertise to supplier and internal interfacing departments Studio and Vehicle Engineering, working particularly close to the CAE team to provide necessary design inputs to optimize the design and occupant restraint performance
• CAD knowledge (CATIA preferred) to package components accordingly, provide robust and efficient designs for manufacturing and general assembly processes. The candidate should be able to optimize for cost, weight and commercial targets
• Basic program management skills to ensure suppliers meet timing, quality, cost and validation deliverables. Function as the main interaction point of contact for all supplier interfaces. Ability to deliver results under restrictive schedule and limited resources
• Ensure failure avoidance tools and processes (DFMEA/FMA) are applied to restraint components
• Oversee supplier component DVP and control system level testing to ensure desired performance is achieved prior to dynamic sled and vehicle testing
• Able to analyze test results and identify adjustments required to either the restraint commodity or interfacing components, determining most effective resolution
• Support dynamic sled & vehicle crash tests and homologation submissions
• Knowledge of CAE analysis and restraint system integration and optimization

• Good understanding and experience in Vehicle Safety Restraint Systems and/or vehicle crashworthiness is preferred (although role would also suit a good recent graduate)
• Engineering fundamentals and mechanical aptitude in problem-solving
• Effective verbal and written skills to articulate technical issues with peers and suppliers, ensure timely delivery of all components
• Excellent organizational skills, self-starting and self-motivated.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task on with ability to be flexible regarding evolving priorities
• Proficient computer skills with MS Office Suite
• CAD knowledge (Catia preferred)

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

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.