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Internship, System Modeling & Infrastructure Engineer, Low Voltage Power (Fall 2026)

Tesla · Palo Alto, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteInformation Technology$42.07–$58.89/hrInternship

About the role

The position is expected to start August or September 2026 and continue through fall term (ending approximately December 2026) or continuing into Winter/Spring 2027 if available and there is an opportunity to do so. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time (40 hours/week) and on-site, for most internships.

Responsibilities

  • Development of discrete simulation software including the modeling of circuitry, hardware peripherals, and emulation of bare-metal drivers (Python, Rust, C, Docker, Scons)
  • Design of automated component-HIL (hardware-in-the-loop) testers for validation of power domain fault detection and power availability on steer-by-wire and autonomous platforms (Python, Jenkins)
  • Collaborate with development and integration engineers to design robust, automated test strategies to meet safety and homologation requirements
  • Leverage a deep understanding of vehicle system behaviors to evaluate code and functional changes holistically, mitigate risk, and provide high-quality feedback throughout the product lifecycle
  • Drive innovation, quality and performance of vehicle software by pioneering novel validation infrastructure and tooling, and by enhancing simulation engine fidelity and user experience
  • Scale existing validation coverage and optimize build efficiency to leverage cluster computing resources
  • Explore methods to measure and metrics to evaluate the quality, coverage, and traceability of automated regression tests

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field of study with a graduation date between Dec 2026 - Dec 2027

Proficiency in Python and comprehension of C

Experience with Rust preferred

Experience in electronic and system schematic design & capture (Altium Designer) preferred

Experience designing or interfacing with Hardware/Software-in-the-loop (HIL/SIL) test setups preferred

Desire to participate in improving code robustness and designing testing infrastructure

Knowledge of source control (Git) and continuous integration (Jenkins) preferred

Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and hardware datasheets

Qualifications

None specified

Skills

None specified

Benefits

  • Medical plans
  • Fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) Contribution
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plans
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time
  • 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
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program

Pay

$42.07 - $58.89/hour + benefits

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