Tesla Vehicle Dynamics Controls team works on design and implementation of control algorithms and software that delivers the world-class vehicle dynamics attributes Tesla vehicles are known for. The control algorithms at Tesla are strongly physics oriented, so the role requires an individual that can apply first-principles analysis and advanced control techniques for the design and implementation of novel, industry-leading vehicle motion control systems (specifically, controlling brake, suspension, steering, aero, and powertrain systems).
Requirements
- Excellent background in first principles linear systems analysis, state-estimation, and control design
- Excellent fundamental understanding of vehicle dynamics, specifically low and medium fidelity models to be used within a control algorithm
- Demonstrated ability to ground-up design, analyze, implement, test, and debug control systems in real-world applications
- Basic understanding of the physics of electric drivetrains, and chassis actuators like brakes, steering, suspensions, etc.
- Excellent proficiency with engineering development tools like Matlab/Simulink/Python
- Basic proficiency with software development in C/C++
- Real world experience with vehicle dynamics performance characteristics, preferred
Responsibilities
- Develop control-oriented models of chassis systems for analysis and estimation
- Evaluate novel subsystems related to vehicle motion to inform product architecture decisions
- Work with Vehicle Dynamics Engineers to ensure sensing, actuation, and algorithm designs can deliver the desired vehicle dynamics attributes
- Develop and implement control algorithms to maximize system capability and flexibility
- Develop and implement estimation and monitoring algorithms to maximize system safety and reliability
- Work with Firmware/Integration Engineers to test, debug, and calibrate the algorithms in simulation and in car
- Ensure stability and performance of the algorithms using software-in-the-loop (SIL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) tools, in the vehicle at proving grounds and in the customer fleet
Other
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally, work hands-on, and execute on open-ended projects in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or equivalent in experience and evidence of exceptional ability
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
- Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace.
- Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
