Robotics Electrical Engineer, Geartrain Manufacturing, Optimus – Tesla – Langley, BC
Location: Vancouver, BC | Company: Tesla
Tesla’s Geartrain Manufacturing Team in Langley, BC is looking for a hands-on Robotics Electrical Engineer to help design and build production lines for geartrains within Optimus Actuators. This is a role for someone who genuinely loves the intersection of electrical engineering and advanced manufacturing — someone who gets excited about bringing production systems to life from first principles.
Day to day, you’ll be developing fully automated manufacturing lines, integrating electrical test equipment, designing NFPA79/NEC/UL508A-compliant control panels, and validating safety systems for high-voltage and mechanical hazards. If you thrive in fast-paced development environments and take pride in getting the details right, this role is built for you. Expect up to 20–25% domestic and international travel as part of the position.
About the Role: Robotics Electrical Engineer, Geartrain Manufacturing
As part of Tesla’s Geartrain Manufacturing Team, you’ll be responsible for taking automated production equipment from concept through to production-ready validation. You’ll work across electrical design, test equipment integration, and safety system implementation — all while optimizing for cost, lead time, and reliability. The role demands a strong grasp of electrical engineering fundamentals combined with real hands-on experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
Collaboration and attention to detail are central to success here. You’ll be reviewing electrical drawings, calculating power loads, working within OSHA and ISO safety standards, and using statistical methods like GR&R and Cpk to characterize and validate equipment. Tesla sets high standards for both quality and pace, and this team is no exception.
Benefits and Salary
Tesla offers a competitive annual salary range of $120,120 to $207,900, plus cash and stock awards. As a full-time employee, you’ll be eligible from day one for company-paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance, an RRSP with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, an Employee Assistance Program, Parental Success Programs, paid sick and vacation time, paid holidays, the Tesla Babies program, and Tesla product discounts and perks. Final compensation will vary based on market location, knowledge, skills, and experience.
Job Details
📌 Job Type: Full-Time
🏢 Company: Tesla
📍 Location: Langley, BC, Canada
🆔 Requisition ID: 277604
🗓️ Date Posted: July 21, 2026
💰 Pay: $120,120 – $207,900/year + cash and stock awards + benefits
Responsibilities
This role spans the full lifecycle of automated manufacturing line development — from research and design through to validation and ongoing production support. You’ll be the electrical engineering authority on geartrain production equipment, ensuring systems meet both Tesla’s internal standards and all applicable codes and regulations.
- Develop fully automated manufacturing lines from first principles, optimizing for cost, lead time, and complexity
- Research, specify, and integrate electrical test equipment including measurement tools, power supplies, sensors, and I/O devices to verify and validate manufacturing equipment ahead of production launch and during production
- Design and review NFPA79/NEC/UL508A-compliant industrial electrical control panels
- Implement and validate OSHA- and ISO-compliant industrial safety systems for high-voltage and mechanical hazards
- Debug and optimize automated processes to improve reliability, reduce cycle time, and maximize uptime
- Characterize and validate manufacturing equipment and test processes using statistical methods such as GR&R and Cpk
- Review line layout concepts to finalize electrical scope for individual machines and the line
- Utilize EPLAN for design and development work
- Review electrical drawings and calculate power loads for equipment and sub-components used in production line equipment
- Design and implement equipment safety per international and local codes and Tesla standards
Requirements / Skills
Tesla is looking for a candidate with a solid electrical engineering foundation and genuine hands-on experience in controls, mechatronics, or automation. The right person is highly organized, analytically sharp, and comfortable tackling complex problems in a high-speed development environment. A passion for manufacturing and an appetite for challenge are just as important as the technical credentials.
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in controls, mechatronics, test, or automation engineering
- Electrical test equipment expertise — specifying and working with power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power analyzers
- Proficiency in EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar electrical CAD software for building complex machine schematics
- Exposure to industrial/manufacturing automation environments
How to Apply
To apply, visit the official Tesla job posting using the link below. Make sure your resume is up to date before submitting your application.
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Job Summary & Tips for Applying
Quick Summary & What to Highlight: This Robotics Electrical Engineer role at Tesla in Langley, BC is perfect for candidates who excel in industrial electrical design, automation and controls engineering, and manufacturing equipment validation. On your resume, emphasize any experience with EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical, electrical control panel design, and statistical process validation methods like GR&R and Cpk, attention to detail, and your ability to work in a fast-paced development environment. If you’ve previously worked in industrial automation, mechatronics, or test engineering, make sure to highlight specific achievements and responsibilities that align with this position.
Resume & Application Tips: Before applying, tailor your resume to match the job description. Include keywords like NFPA79/UL508A compliance, automated manufacturing lines, and high-voltage safety systems that appear in the posting. Quantify your achievements where possible (e.g., “reduced cycle time by 15% through process optimization” or “designed and commissioned 3 automated production lines from concept to launch”). Write a brief cover letter expressing your genuine interest in Tesla and why you’re excited about this opportunity in Langley. Double-check your application for spelling errors and ensure your contact information is current.
Interview Preparation: If selected for an interview, research Tesla‘s Optimus robotics program, manufacturing philosophy, and recent developments in their actuator technology beforehand. Prepare specific examples using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to demonstrate your hands-on controls and automation engineering experience. Common questions may include scenarios about debugging automated systems, applying electrical safety standards, and managing equipment validation under production timelines. Dress appropriately for a manufacturing engineering environment, arrive 10–15 minutes early, and bring copies of your resume. Prepare thoughtful questions about the Geartrain team’s current projects, the production line development roadmap, and growth opportunities within the Optimus program. After the interview, send a thank-you email within 24 hours reiterating your interest in the position.
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