Antenna Design Engineer, Self-Driving
Connectivity is a crucial aspect of all Tesla cars, significantly enhancing the driving experience by providing access to features that require wireless data usage. Tesla’s Antenna Team is seeking an Antenna Design Engineer to contribute our on ongoing antenna product development efforts covering a significant portion of the radio frequency spectrum. An ideal candidate will apply first principles and engineering expertise to support tasks related to component and vehicle-level antenna product development for Infotainment, User Experience, Low Voltage and Autopilot features. The exceptional candidate should have a strong background in Electromagnetics and be capable of supporting concurrent antenna development to deliver best-in-class antenna solutions. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise with current 3D antenna simulation tools and be capable of running complex simulations using high-performance computing clusters. The Antenna Design Engineer will closely collaborate with Antenna Design Engineers, cross-functional teams and provide support to other engineering teams in meeting quality and schedule targets within the fast-paced product development environment. This Engineer must thrive in a start-up company environment with great opportunities for growth and spectacular achievement.
What You’ll Do- Lead component and vehicle level antenna/EM simulations
- Perform RF front-end antenna matching using simulations tools
- Support EMI and co-existence tasks using 3D EM simulations
- Support evaluation of new antenna technologies and materials under the guidance of lead design engineers
- Design, optimization, and evaluation of antenna prototypes
- Deliver component level antenna measurements to validate simulated antenna design performances
- Effectively communicate test plans and measurement results to lead engineers
- Closely work with mechanical, RF, EMC, electrical, material, reliability, integration, and production engineers to create best in class integrated antenna solutions
- Degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Electromagnetics or equivalent experience
- Strong technical depth in Electromagnetics, antenna theory and RF systems
- Exceptional with the existing 3D EM/Antenna simulations, experience in end-to-end antenna design and hands-on experience using antenna chambers and VNA
- Some coding skills in Matlab and/or Phyton to support post-processing
- System-level RF de-sense work is a plus
- 100% on-site work
- Self-driven and focused individual with a proven ability to solve engineering problems and deliver assigned tasks
- Ability to communicate seamlessly with cross-functional team members from multiple disciplines to reach fact-based decisions
- Excellent data analysis, record-keeping, report writing, and presentation skills, with a desire to work in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to travel and provide on-site support to factory teams as needed
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)
- LGBTQ+ care concierge services
- 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
$108,000 - $186,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits
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.
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.