Tesla Vehicle Validation Engineer Chassis Controls 

United States, Ohio 

722804432

You will be part of a dynamic team that continuously works on innovative technologies. You will work directly with software, controls, and vehicle dynamics engineers to understand requirements, our attribute philosophy, and software/hardware changes to provide subjective and objective feedback and document results. You will directly contribute to safety critical software and vehicle attributes, redefining the industry in what driving a Tesla should feel like.

• Execute in vehicle test cases
• Create test cases and procedures
• Document objective and subjective vehicle behavior feedback
• Develop software understanding to efficiently translate changes to test requirements
• Collaborate with engineers on software and hardware changes, solutions, and requirements
• Seasonal travel to proving grounds around the world (30%)
• Coordinate with truck logistics and proving ground logistics, ensuring we have the right parts at the right location, at the right time
• Be proficient in software development workflows – able to compile software, change parameters, investigate issues on your own

• Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent experience
• Experience with auto cross, racing and/or at limit driving
• Prior experience with in vehicle testing in semitrucks preferred
• Excellent written communication skills
• Ability to work against high-level goals without day-to-day oversight
• Software scripting experience (Python or similar) preferred
• Proving Ground certification preferred
• CAN tools, data logging and/or electronic diagnostic equipment (oscilloscope or others) experience preferred