Robotics Mechanical Equipment Design Engineer – Tesla – Langley, BC

Tesla’s Optimus Geartrain Manufacturing team in Langley, BC is looking for a skilled and driven Robotics Mechanical Equipment Design Engineer to help build the production infrastructure behind one of the most ambitious robotics programs in the world. This is a hands-on engineering role at the frontier of precision manufacturing — where the work you do directly shapes the machines that make other machines.

You’ll be embedded in a cross-functional environment working alongside Design, Quality, Production, Automation, and Supply Chain teams throughout the full lifecycle of gearbox manufacturing equipment — from initial concept through prototype development and into full-scale production. If you’re the type of engineer who gets excited about custom machine building, thrives under pressure, and takes real pride in what you ship, this role is worth a close look.

About the Role: Robotics Mechanical Equipment Design Engineer

At the heart of this position is ownership — you’ll own the design of manufacturing equipment builds from first concept through assembly and production bring-up. That means preparing machine design concepts for custom, special-purpose manufacturing systems, creating detailed mechanical drawings for automated tooling, fixtures, mechanisms, and robotic end-of-arm tooling, and carrying out rigorous engineering analysis including hand calculations and finite element analysis (FEA).

Beyond design work, you’ll play a critical liaison role between actuator, gearbox, design, and manufacturing engineering departments. You’ll lead technical conversations with sub-system and equipment suppliers, coordinate with internal and external machine shops to fabricate custom components, and work directly with technician teams to assemble and commission new equipment. Equipment validation, reliability testing, and handover documentation are also part of the scope.

Benefits and Salary

Tesla offers a salary range of $74,800 to $171,600 annually, plus cash and stock awards and a comprehensive benefits package. As a full-time employee, you’re 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 access to Tesla products, fitness discounts, and employee perks.

Responsibilities

This role covers the full equipment design lifecycle — from early concept generation to production commissioning. You’ll be expected to own your builds end-to-end, contribute meaningfully to cross-functional design reviews, and ensure that every piece of equipment meets world-class precision manufacturing standards.

• Own equipment builds through their entire lifecycle, from initial concept generation through assembly and production bring-up
• Prepare machine design concepts for custom, special-purpose manufacturing equipment and systems
• Create detailed drawings of custom automated tooling, fixtures, mechanisms, and robotic end-of-arm tooling
• Conduct engineering analysis of custom mechanical components using hand calculations and finite element analysis
• Select and integrate commercial components including sensors, motors, pneumatic and hydraulic actuators
• Lead design reviews for internal team feedback and cross-functional presentations, serving as a liaison between actuator, gearbox, design, and manufacturing engineering departments
• Lead technical conversations with sub-system and supporting equipment suppliers
• Coordinate fabrication of custom machined parts, weldments, extrusions, and sheet metal components with internal and external machine shops
• Assemble and commission new equipment in collaboration with technician teams
• Validate equipment performance and reliability, and create comprehensive handover packages and system documentation

Requirements / Skills

Tesla is looking for a candidate with a strong foundation in mechanical engineering fundamentals combined with real hands-on experience building and validating precision equipment. The ideal applicant brings both analytical rigour and practical know-how, and is comfortable working at pace in a demanding development environment.

• 5 or more years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer
• SolidWorks CAD and PDM proficiency; familiarity with CATIA or Siemens NX is an asset
• Automation equipment design and custom machine building experience, including familiarity with high-precision instrumentation such as laser alignment devices
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes including assembly, fastening, dispensing, and laser welding
• Strong GD&T application skills aligned with ASME Y14.5 drafting standards
• Familiarity with rotating machinery design and troubleshooting, including bearing systems
• Experience specifying systems based on torque and power curves of electric motors or gearbox-integrated systems
• Finite element software experience for structural analysis
• Experience with experimental modal analysis for assessing machine structure stiffness
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience

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.

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