About the role#
The Tesla Energy Compliance team is looking for a Compliance Test Engineer to support the global deployment of safety, grid interactive, grid support, and micro-grid inverters. You will handle safety and grid certifications, from identifying market entry requirements through design consultancy, certification, and permitting.
What you'll do#
- Support cross-functional hardware design programs for Industrial Energy Products by coordinating with design, manufacturing, supply chain, validation, and quality teams.
- Develop and maintain project plans and schedules while tracking milestones across design, validation, and manufacturing readiness.
- Assist with build planning and execution for prototype, pilot, and production phases by tracking part readiness and build health.
- Collect and use data to present progress, trends, risks, and opportunities for programs.
- Manage engineering change and configuration control as designs iterate.
- Run meetings, manage multiple workstreams, and drive issues to closure.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
- Familiarity with the engineering product design cycle, from concept through validation and launch.
- Knowledge of system development concepts and multi-level Bill of Material structures.
- Experience using project management tools to track complex work.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a track record of delivering on commitments.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills for a cross-functional environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Fremont, California.
- Term: Winter 2027 (starting January 2027 for a minimum of 12 weeks).
- Modality: Full-time, on-site (40 hours per week).
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About Tesla
Tesla produces electric vehicles, battery storage systems, and solar energy products. Founded in 2003, the company operates six vertically integrated factories across three continents. It is headquartered in Austin, Texas, and employs over 10,000 people. The organization designs, manufactures, sells, and services its products internally.
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