Audio Electrical Engineer

What to Expect

This position will lead the development of audio electronics from architecture to integration of all Tesla vehicles and robots. Specifically, it will take on audio technology innovation and adoption, audio electrical design and validation in the Audio team, and the vehicle integration effort with System SW and Audio DSP teams. It will also partake in diagnostic test implementation and data collections from the manufacturing environment and vehicle fleet. 

What You’ll Do

• Responsible for audio electronics products (amplifier, microphone, automotive audio bus, DSP, etc.) from inception to end of life 
• Own electrical schematics, oversee layout, conduct DFM in a standalone device or as a part of the design 
• Explore new audio technologies and components towards future electrical architecture  
• Work closely with audio architects to define and update audio features on the roadmap 
• Component and system level troubleshooting, testing of audio systems and components in lab and in the field 
• Plan, execute, interpret, and document validation testing 
• Work with suppliers on design and testing of audio products. Interpret, document and manage product drawings and specifications 
• Work with other Tesla design teams (Physical layout, EMC, Harness, Design, Thermal, Interior, Test, Manufacturing, etc.) on the integration of the Audio system components 
• Work with Audio PM on Team Task Management; document project tasks, workflow, priorities and timing of each 

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Engineering, or proof of exceptional skills in related field, with minimum 5 years of experience, or equivalent experience
• Solid technical depth and breadth in analog and digital circuit analysis and design 
• Solid technical depth in audio products (electronics and acoustics) developing audio products from scratch 
• Ability to work closely with design, software, testing and manufacturing teams 
• Skilled working with cross functional team members from multiple disciplines to reach fact-based decisions 
• Previous Audio DSP, System Integration, Product Development, & CAD Design exposure 
• Have experience with environmental constraints (temp, humidity, and vibration), regulatory compliance and relative product debug 
• Technical and Product Management skills to communicate and drive internal teams and external suppliers 

Compensation and Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)

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.