Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Magnetic & Mechanical

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Electrical-Mechanical Engineer to join our Supplier Industrialization Engineering Team, focusing on magnetic components for high-performance power conversion systems in electric vehicles and energy storage products. This role will lead the custom development, qualification, and industrialization of critical magnetic components, ensuring robust integration into high-voltage architectures.

• Define, evaluate, and develop custom magnetic components (e.g., transformers, inductors, ferrite assemblies) to meet the performance, reliability, and packaging needs of power conversion systems in electric vehicles and energy storage products
• Analyze the electrical-mechanical behavior of magnetic devices under real-world stress conditions (thermal, mechanical, vibration), and drive design improvements based on performance validation
• Lead qualification efforts for NPI magnetic components, including test plan definition, supplier execution, and data review; document test results, validation findings, and qualification reports to ensure traceability, compliance, and continuous improvement in component design
• Provide technical support to commercial counterpart in sourcing decision and vendor selection
• Collaborate with internal design, reliability, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless integration of magnetic components into high-voltage power architectures
• Conduct design reviews, DFM assessments, and supplier audits to evaluate manufacturing capability, process control, and long-term scalability
• Manage supplier industrialization and bring-up activities, including prototype build support, pilot line validation, and process troubleshooting
• Drive technical engagement with vendors, including negotiating specifications, aligning on test criteria, and resolving design/manufacturing gaps
• Identify critical failure modes (electrical, mechanical, thermal) and lead root cause analysis activities in collaboration with cross-functional and supplier teams
• Support product roadmap execution by evaluating new magnetic materials, core geometries, insulation systems, and assembly methods for improved performance and manufacturability

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in electrical-mechanical engineering, with a focus on magnetic components and high-power systems
• Strong understanding of electrical design, mechanical packaging, thermal management, and manufacturability
• Experience working with semiconductor component manufacturing, productization, and failure analysis
• Excellent communication and project management skills, with ability to work with global suppliers and internal teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to drive design improvements and resolve system-level issues

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.