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Mechanical Design Engineer - Interior Engineering (m/w/d), Berlin, Germany

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Tesla

24d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Engineering
  • Berlin

AI generated summary

  • You must have a Mechanical Engineering background, experience in automotive interiors, problem-solving skills, 3D modeling proficiency in CATIA, and knowledge of DFM/DFA and manufacturing technologies.
  • You will design, validate, and launch interior components, collaborating with teams, conducting assessments, and analyzing reliability data while managing part documentation and supplier relations.

Requirements

  • Education background in Mechanical Engineering with several years of experience in automotive interior component and subsystem engineering, demonstrating technical aptitude from concept through release and launch for production
  • First principles, physics-based thinker, and problem solver attitude with mental agility to handle problems of varied scope and complexity, and tight timing constraints.
  • Demonstrate engineering technical aptitude, excellent communication, and creativity
  • Ideally proficient in English language
  • In-depth technical understanding of common automotive and new, latest mass manufacturing technologies and the relationship to design feasibility for a variety of processes including injection molding, thermoforming, and lamination to achieve world-class craftsmanship/ performance targets
  • Proficiency in 3D modeling utilizing CATIA V5 or V6 is essential within an automotive product development environment.
  • Experience with Change Control and Part Release within 3DExperience platform is a bonus
  • Strong working knowledge of DFM and DFA, including familiarity with GD&T and dimensional controls

Responsibilities

  • Design development, validation and manufacturing launch of components of one or more of Interiors commodities (dependent on phase of ongoing program(s)) balancing inputs and attributes including, but not limited to, Design Studio styling, ergonomics, serviceability, integration packaging with cost, mass, craftsmanship, NVH, automation, etc.
  • This iterative process includes close collaboration with Studio, Purchasing and Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and broader engineering teams through CAD development, CAE loops, RFQ stages, sourcing, part production, launch and build root-causing.
  • Utilize and/or create DFSS, DFMEA, DVP&R concepts and processes to produce robust vehicle component designs alongside hands-on prototyping and trials to learn and fail fast.
  • Consider both analytical and physical assessments including dimensional tolerance stack-ups in design as well as to create detailed GD&T drawings and corresponding checking fixtures.
  • Work closely with Validation and Test & Reliability groups.
  • Collaborate efficiently with key external suppliers and to support overall vehicle development milestones, prototype/production build events, and a successful start of production.
  • Work in partnership with suppliers through part design (when applicable), root-cause troubleshooting, manufacturing trials, part and system level validation, etc. to actively understand and contribute to design solutions.
  • Analyze Field Reliability data of current programs to improve Interior Reliability through design/process/manufacturing changes.
  • Release design changes through Tesla’s 3DExperience system to properly document and track part updates, MBOM changes, and PO releases to downstream teams and suppliers.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Mechanical Design Engineer - Interior Engineering position?

The main focus is to design and launch cutting-edge automotive interior components, ensuring a premium interior system while optimizing attributes like cost, mass, manufacturability, and more.

Where is this job located?

This job is located in Berlin, Germany.

What kind of team will I be working with?

You will be working with world-class engineering teams that emphasize high interdisciplinary collaboration and a flat organizational structure.

What software proficiency is required for this role?

Proficiency in 3D modeling utilizing CATIA V5 or V6 is essential.

What educational background is preferred for applicants?

A background in Mechanical Engineering with several years of experience in automotive interior component and subsystem engineering is preferred.

Is experience with Change Control and Part Release important for this position?

Yes, experience with Change Control and Part Release within the 3DExperience platform is considered a bonus.

What attributes are sought in a candidate's problem-solving approach?

Candidates should demonstrate a first principles, physics-based thinking and a problem-solving attitude with mental agility to handle varied scope and complexity.

Will there be collaboration with teams in other locations?

Yes, there will be collaboration with US and CN Interiors teams, as well as other cross-functional teams.

What is the nature of the design process for this position?

The design process involves iterative collaboration, considering inputs from multiple areas, including ergonomics, serviceability, and manufacturing processes.

What is the goal of the Interior Engineering team?

The goal is to innovate and engineer a premium interior system while ensuring reliability and quality across vehicle interiors.

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

Automotive
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2003
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy through increasingly affordable electric vehicles in addition to renewable energy generation and storage. California-based Tesla is committed to having the best-in-class in safety, performance, and reliability in all Tesla cars. There are currently over 275,000 Model S, Model X and Model 3 vehicles on the road worldwide. To achieve a sustainable energy future, Tesla also created infinitely scalable energy products: Powerwall, Powerpack and Solar Roof. As the world’s only vertically integrated energy company, Tesla continues to innovate, scale and reduce the costs of commercial and grid-scale systems, with the goal of ultimately getting us to 100% renewable energy grids.