Tesla is stepping up its efforts in the autonomous vehicle space, with a recent job posting indicating that the company is hiring Senior Electrical Design Engineers in Berlin to focus on its Robotaxi program. The successful candidates will join the Low Voltage Hardware team, where they will be responsible for designing circuit boards that control various components within the vehicle, such as steering, safety systems, HVAC, seating, and lighting.
The role will involve complete ownership of the hardware, from architecture and simulation to manufacturing, with a specific emphasis on design for autonomous vehicles. Tesla is seeking engineers who are well-versed in analog and digital circuits, particularly in the context of fail-safe redundancy, which is crucial for vehicles operating without human drivers.
Although the position is based in Berlin, Tesla is looking for engineers who take a “first-principles” approach to problem-solving and are proficient in tools like Altium and Python. Experience in shipping high-volume automotive circuit boards is also preferred.
This move underscores Tesla’s commitment to localizing its advanced engineering efforts in Europe as it gears up for the launch of its autonomous ride-hailing service.
In other news, Tesla has reached a significant milestone at Gigafactory Texas, where the company is making progress towards mass-producing its dedicated autonomous robotaxi. Drone pilot Joe Tegtmeyer has observed a surge in Cybercab activity at the facility, signaling a shift towards higher production levels.
Additionally, Tesla’s Megapacks are now powering Canada’s largest battery storage park in Ontario, marking a major development in how the province manages its electricity. The Hagersville Battery Energy Storage Park, a collaboration between Boralex and the Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation, has officially commenced commercial operations as the largest facility of its kind in Ontario.
Meanwhile, Tesla China is offering $9,500 in Supercharging credits as part of its Chinese New Year celebrations, with owners having the opportunity to participate in a digital event themed around the Year of the Horse. The holiday travel period saw a significant increase in travel across Tesla’s Supercharging network, highlighting the growing popularity of electric vehicles in the region.
These developments underscore Tesla’s ongoing efforts to innovate and expand its presence in the electric vehicle and renewable energy sectors, positioning the company as a leader in sustainable transportation and energy storage solutions.