Sr. Power Electronics Controls Engineer, Energy Products

Tesla Motors, Inc.
133,440 - 292,800 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Palo Alto
Oct 22, 2025
What to Expect The Power Electronics Controls and Modeling team is responsible for dynamics modeling, algorithm design, and controller implementation for switching power converters. The team's responsibility spans a wide spectrum of power conversion systems required for both automotive and energy products. Tesla is seeking a Power Electronics Controls Engineer to join the team in developing high-performance controls for a wide spectrum of ac and dc products including chargers, grid-tied inverters, and resonant dc-dc converters. The engineer is expected to perform controls design through all stages starting with topology discussions, concept stage, modeling, implementation, and validation. What You'll Do Outline controller requirements based on system performance requirements Evaluate new topologies for controllability and fit to system needs Specify microcontroller requirements and drive part selection Develop controls strategy and define the supporting algorithms Develop dynamic models of the system, and tune controller algorithms accordingly to optimize performance Translate algorithms into software implementation, and work with the firmware team to integrate that into the firmware framework Test, validate, and troubleshoot controller implementation Develop and utilize computer simulations (Matlab/Simulink, HiL, SiL) to investigate new algorithms, modifications, or corner-case events Support safety/compliance testing What You'll Bring Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent experience Strong analytical skills with solid device, circuit, and controls theory fundamentals Strong hands-on testing and troubleshooting skills Experience with embedded firmware development for real-time controls systems Familiarity with safety and compliance standards for grid-connected power electronics Familiarity with grid operation is a plus Compensation and Benefits Benefits 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) 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 Expected Compensation $133,440 - $292,800/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.