Robotics Mechanical Design Engineer, Optimus

The Robotics Mechanical Design Engineer role focuses on designing and building humanoid bi-pedal robots (Optimus) at Tesla, requiring collaboration across multiple engineering disciplines.

• Design joints and structures optimized for mass, stiffness, cost, and manufacturing.
• Create mechanisms and transmissions for power transfer through moving joints.
• Perform load calculations for sizing actuators, transmissions, and bearing elements.
• Integrate actuators, sensors, and electronics into a space-efficient package.
• Apply analytical methods for design and optimization of structures and mechanical components.
• Conduct tolerance analysis to assess assembly fits and backlash.
• Fabricate prototypes and manage suppliers to execute projects according to specifications.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or Mechatronics or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software (CATIA preferred).
• Experience drafting engineering drawings and conducting tolerance stack-up analysis (GD&T bonus).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.