My Experience Working as a Tesla Engineer

[@storyride9439]

I just wanted to say that you are doing an incredible job by letting young people like myself know everything about what to do/what to expect etc. Just started watching your channel a month ago and have already finished all of your videos and waiting for more. :)

[@TamerShaheen]

Appreciate it and I'm so happy you're enjoying it:)

[@laughing_around01]

@@TamerShaheen Bro am from Ghana 🇬🇭 and I really need job opportunity. I am ready to relocate

[@kingsman3087]

@@TamerShaheen when will SD cars be normal??

[@jessicarodriguez-xz7yj]

@@kingsman3087 self-driving cars have been taking a while

[@user-jy1lj4il6c]

@@TamerShaheen от скольки до скольки платят? How much money ?

[@joeyager8479]

I worked as a Machine Designer for over 45 years. This is video is a real as it gets. It's challenging to come up with concepts that meet all the requirements, but deeply rewarding when you see it all come together and work.

[@maalikserebryakov]

I have a Q How do engineers calculate the dimensions of their design’s parts? do you do it on CAD or mathematical Programme or what

[@joeyager8479]

@@maalikserebryakov Hi. First I need to say up front that I enrolled as an ME student but did not complete and get a degree. I was able to get into engineering as a draftsman, pre CAD era, and advanced from there. I thought that this would be a detriment and sometimes it was, but overall being able to come up with concepts to solve problems is more important. That's the part that I most enjoyed. Most designers rely on ratings from the manufacturers of the components that we incorporate into the designs. Most of these have huge safety factors designed into them. Components such as gears, sprockets and chains, pulleys and belts and others are designed, tested and rated by their manufacturers. If used appropriately, there shouldn't be any problems. Another thing at the time, pre CAD, was that strength calculations were laborious and expensive so it wasn't done if it could be avoided by just adding more heft. Most of the machine design I was involved in was for capital equipment; machines used to make consumer products. These were stationary and most engineers got away with overdesigning the components. However, there are systems and other operations within these machines where mass is detrimental. The newer CAD FEA programs get better every year and really show how kinetic mass can be reduced and still increase the strength of the components. And these calculations can be done quickly and efficiently and make for a better overall design. Having an engineering degree is invaluable for knowing how to setup CAD FEA parameters - knowing what range you expect for the outcome of the calculations provided by the program. The old GIGO still applies.

[@MdAbdulJalil_ME-20]

I want to meet you.please give me your mail.🙏🙏

[@SystemicNuance]

Legit, one of the best in depth, but still casual friendly, engineering videos on YT.

[@TamerShaheen]

Really appreciate that :)

[@mjking0709]

Nice video. As a supplier of Tesla in Asia, it is really stressful for us while your assembly plan ramping especially parts including semi-conductors. I am pleased to work with many Tesla’s engineer and GSM(Global Supply Manager), SIE( Supply Industrialization Engineer) and PM(Program Manager). Although the request is sometimes demanding, it feels relieved and honored after both of us achieved a target altogether. Not only just DFM, there are so much Tesla language in a proto-build such as RC( release candidates), MRD and SOP etc. these confuses people if a supplier did not realize what these acronyms stand for.

[@TamerShaheen]

Thanks for sharing your perspective from a supplier point of view. I learned so many acronyms from my time there, but there's always soo many more

[@ShipMonster]

Well SOP is industry standard.... But I thought Elon was against unnecessary abreveation? I'm the quality assurance and control specialist for Toyota Distributors. The confusion sounds bad, this is why industrial standard terminology makes work easier. Great video BTW.

[@greggmcclelland8430]

@@TamerShaheen Thankyou for putting plain english in your video. it was refreshing.

[@KBS_ar]

What do you supply to Tesla?

[@johanchin7114]

I've got to say the design engineering in Tesla is crap. Their designs for B-surface are catastrophe.

[@ult19x65]

Also ex-Tesla. Thanks for making this video! A lot of my coworkers who left have very similar experiences. For us in the ML side, we just got extremely high expectations and no roadway to get there. It was a "do this task no one has ever done before". Also agree that most people are amazing, kind, and extremely intelligent. That being said, about 10% is composed of what we used to call "cult-like behavior", where they lived and breathed everything Tesla. These people were really difficult to please and always had unrealistic expectations and work loads. Finally, the work hours, no remote option, and trash pay is why 25%+ of my team left. We were all surprised at how we get paid 2x or 3x the amount we used to get and have a MUCH healthier work life balance. I loved the learning but for us it was an overall really bad experience that left really bad burnout, anxiety, and depression for some.

[@ericy.2108]

50% of market rate pay is atrocious. Is that true for all levels or does it get better the more senior you are?

[@Mellowyellow8888]

get used to it.. same everywhere you go.. which is why people rotate jobs every so often.. or interview every so often to check if they can get increased salary..

[@ult19x65]

@@ericy.2108 I would within the past 6 months, the pay rate has fallen quite a bit below average for engineers. Some of us got nearly 100k more salary by moving to a different company. This is one reason that we were all kind of frustrated -- Tesla rarely makes salary adjustments and with inflation with quite high these days, it makes other companies way more favorable

[@ult19x65]

@@Mellowyellow8888 This is true but we shouldn't get used to it. It encourages companies to not compensate appropriately despite how essential they are

[@ericy.2108]

@@ult19x65 sad to hear a forward looking company like Tesla has such a regressive compensation policy.

[@youracherrynut442]

I'm not even in engineering and I find these vids interesting and insightful

[@faluffel]

Thought exactly the same. Super cool insight into the processes and different teams etc.

[@wwecallofduty123]

This is my dream job. I am so jealous, but I still have a long way to go since I am only in my second semester of college for electrical engineering at UF. Still, this video gives me second thoughts because of how you described the mechanical design engineering process. Thank you for your videos. They really do help.

[@katto1937]

@@BoggleMeBog Nah his dream is to not be a trashman like you will be mate

[@muddygold6955]

Don’t switch from electrical, it’s a great field with big opportunities, you could work anywhere and I have found it so easy to learn knew things such as mechanical design while still working as an electrical engineer

[@xf4c347]

@@BoggleMeBog try doin this without education

[@shreerajkulkarni]

This is amazing and actually shows the depth of thinking every engineer needs to put in while designing a component which is actually practical. Having worked with Rolls-Royce PLC for 1.5 years now, I can say this is one of the best field a Mechanical Engineer can work in!

[@tigertoo01]

Very comforting to see such a smart and proactive young person getting the real world training required to make a Positive difference in the world. thanks for making this video.

[@_lu_ferro]

i love how organized are your videos, the train of thought, the timestamps, very neat and clearly previously planned. Also, it's pretty cool to see what u do as an engineer, as a mechatronics undergrad, I get inspired by ur videos

[@TamerShaheen]

I appreciate it and ya I understand that the people watching my videos value their time, so I try to deliver as much useful information in a concise manner.

[@k8glass]

I really appreciate that you're down to earth. And nicely explaining things, and (not bragging). Thank you!🙂🙏 ( I've watched a number of engineers and programmers on KZbin and some of them start acting like their gods😶)

[@GoudaTheCavalier]

Just the way how you pan out your videos and concisely choose the words you wanna say to put out the most informative video shows why you got into Tesla. Keep up the good work.

[@alejandrodelabarra2838]

Every good car designer must follow the next rules, as I see in my car: 1) Everywhere there is stress concentration there should be a notch so that it auto-destroys because of fatigue. 2) Every bolt should inaccessible with standard wrenches. Only special wrenches. 3) Every filter, or replaceable part should be: "No serviceable parts inside" 4) Spare parts never should meet tolerances, so that the customer could install it without reworking. 5) Programmed obsolescence is fundamental. The customer should be encouraged to buy a new car instead of reparing it. 6) Thicknesses should be minimum, even if it is more difficult to construct than a wider one. 7) Never use stainless steel 8) Plastic parts must be easy to install but impossible to take out without breaking it. Use "milano tails". Do not use bolts.

[@obi-wankenobi1750]

That’s sadistic

[@tymoulton3846]

I got to 3:28 and thought you said, “We usually don’t wear cologne” & I just nodded my head thinking… sure that makes sense, don’t want to fume out everyone you’re working with. Lol. Anyways, thanks so much for your help, I’m working on finding my first engineering job and all your videos are so helpful and really give me a good idea on landing something I hope to really enjoy

[@TamerShaheen]

HAHA I rewatched that clip when I read your comment and I can't unhear "we usually don't wear cologne" now

[@AlbyTheMovieCreator]

You're so humble, I love it. No fancy laptop/desktop setup, no expensive ultra tech car. Just a normal dude not flexing and being simple, that uses what's needed.

[@ult19x65]

I also find it hilarious that it's thought that all employees owned a Tesla lol. So I was happy to see your Honda!

[@TamerShaheen]

haha ya a lot of people at Tesla don't own Teslas

[@anthonymccarthy9756]

I am a general contractor and have been project manager and arc/ engineering consultant on many diverse commercial projects. and this as accurate and concise a description as i every heard at many meetings. I wish you luck and success in your career

[@peter.g6]

Wow, extremely well put together with no fluff just one crucial point after another with great examples. The quality is on par with the best educational videos I have ever seen.

[@biggunsclub1]

Amazing, that was a perfect overview for people looking to get into engineering. I've been doing it for over 30 years and learn something new every day. It's a very rewarding career.

[@ashar4121]

There's really nothing extra in the video, which is pretty impressive. I'm a highschooler who doesn't know what to choose after highschool, and I feel like your channel would be a great help!

[@TamerShaheen]

I'm glad you like it. Spend time in high school trying as many things as possible (ex. sports, clubs, robotics, student council, side hustle, etc.) and eventually, you'll find out what you like.

[@ashar4121]

@@TamerShaheen thank you for the advice! I'm going to try more stuff out this year, hopefully it will help

[@Sydney12997]

I’m a Computer IT student at ACC (2nd year) and I’m thinking about changing my major to the manufacturing Tesla program, but I don’t know anything about the car parts, the technology, etc…., but this video helped a lot thank you! 🙂

[@alexbecar977]

Bro, Elon is a sociopath, the jobs people "love" are usually the worst ones. If you like tesla buy one but don't let him use you.

[@Drannn54]

Have you changed?

[@WillProwse]

Good video. Very informative.

[@1337sh337]

Great video. I'm currently studying product design, and love to see the process of what goes on after someone makes a pretty thing...

[@MrJohnGroot]

Very interesting. I hope young people watch this and catch the 'Fire'. Work can be rewarding on many levels. Thanks.

[@mubarak.b]

Bro u don’t understand how much you have helped me. Not gonna go on a rant because it’s too long but I just wanna say thank you. Imma gonna sub to u now!

[@TamerShaheen]

Really happy you liked it :)

[@DunePanda]

im a mechanical design engineer in the oil/gas industry. this was surprisingly relatable. but i get my "A Surface" is normally on a napkin! i turn it into a concept then do engineering, sourcing materials, then turn that small 4x4 napkin into 200ft workover rigs!

[@soggymanturtle]

As many others said, these videos are awesome. Thanks a ton for sharing your experiences. Is it a bit intimidating not knowing what to expect, being a student. These shed some light and bring some peace of mind.

[@donuthole7236]

Good description of the mechanical design engineering process. I've been doing this for 38 years in a variety of industries

[@storytrailing]

So cool! I’m looking forward to having my internship with Tesla 😁

[@mohammedelidrissi1298]

i just graduated and recently found your channel. Lot of respect for you sir , you really cleared up my vision on what s coming for me.

[@trevorwilson5457]

Hi Tamer, love the vids. I'm a 4th year ME student, and out of curiosity, what would you say were the most challenging parts of transitioning from school life to the workforce? I've always found school to be very straightforward in that you usually know where you need to end up and there is typically a "route" that you take to solve the problem whereas working an actual engineering job has a much more open-ended approach to solving problems.

[@ivansandoval946]

Wanna know that too

[@mohotasimkabir715]

The way you phrased; I can tell you will shine in life. Mark my word.

[@trevorwilson5457]

@@mohotasimkabir715 Wow, thank you for saying that. I was having a bit of a tough day and that really helped. Blessings to you and your family!

[@TamerShaheen]

That's a really good question and I plan to make a video on it soon. But to shortly answer your question now, here's what I'd say. First, in the workforce, there's a route that we follow to some extent. We usually follow a product development process to create a part or a product. Second, in class, you work alone on the exam to come up with a solution, whereas at work, you have teams of people working to solve one problem...which makes it A LOT easier when you're "stuck" or confused.

[@trevorwilson5457]

@@TamerShaheen Thanks for the thoughtful insight :) Looking forward to your future content!

[@jackjobriencorso]

I really appreciate your ability to be comprehensive and succinct while not being boring. Keep doing what you do! Those of us involved in a similar struggle really appreciate you.

[@TamerShaheen]

Appreciate it brother 🙏

[@MisterBinx]

Great video. I'm a new ME and I'm kinda worried about what to expect on my first job. I'd like to work with someone that really knows what they're doing before being responsible for a really important part.

[@schmegles]

Bravo! Well done. Concise, full of information, entertaining. What more could I want. My first KZbin review! And you deserved it.

[@jaswanthtalada.]

Oh there is a lot of positive energy, from the guy great to be around this passionate and pushing people

[@BrewersArcade]

I own a very early vin Model Y (10xx) with 24k miles. It’s had a few cosmetic fixes but overall I love this damn car. Thank you for the amazing work.

[@arbaretailsystems4722]

So cool to get a glimpse into your everyday operations; must be very exciting to work over there!

[@DylanFarrow]

Epic video. Your ability to get the information across in a quick, useful and fun way is brilliant. Well done

[@ecdubytecdubyt]

Very interesting topic. I've always wondered what it was like working at Tesla. Thanks for your contributions!

[@Cristian_is_saved]

Thank you for the video I really enjoyed it. I’m saving up to go to school for automotive and transportation design and the end goal is to design, build , and manufacture my own super cars and seeing this video was extremely helpful.

[@EngineeringwithDrKelseyJoy]

Love this video! Love all the awesome footage you added throughout it! Also love the abbreviation breakdowns! Us engineers love our abbreviations a little too much and forget most of the time new engineers don't know what the heck we are talking about! 🤣

[@TamerShaheen]

we live off abbreviations haha

[@EngineeringwithDrKelseyJoy]

@@TamerShaheen 🤣🤣

[@zergenzerg6853]

Work life balance is left to be desired at tesla. If you get picked, just beware to get your personal life matters in order. That means no pets, stressed relationships because work will stay on your mind at all times. You're in it for the learning. Its like getting drafted in a sense for war lol

[@Michael-zp5du]

Wow really cool! I really want to work at Tesla myself. Thanks for the cool video!

[@rohanramani6243]

I also worked at Tesla as a full time grad student and boy was that stressful. Lots of times as I would come into the office in the morning, there were just people sleeping there near an outlet lol. The work you get to do is really interesting but you really gotta have a passion for the stuff or else you will burn out!!

[@JW_934]

This video gave some great insight. I'm in computer engineering so I haven't been exposed to mechanical processes like this very much.

[@charle-edouardsavoie6634]

As an engineer, (not a mechanical engineer but still) I love the process from demand to product

[@JosephTMeiroseIV]

As a 52 yr old, I am not afraid of tech or "the future". I admire younger generations for their energy (pun intended) and vision. Thank you!

[@chessvibes6567]

You are not beating around the bush A proper BRIEF explantion ! Great work !

[@greggmcclelland8430]

That was a very good CONCISE explanation of a mechanical design engineer's job. You are a great story teller. I am going to show this to my kids.

[@nicolehernandezg.6354]

You are AMAZING. I am in college and doing nothing engineering related, but I was planning on furthering my education by doing either law or engineering. So far, engineering is really winning

[@seasong7655]

Great insights into the work at Tesla. I will remember this info for when I'll start my own EV company 💪

[@JesbaamSanchez]

As a former (and hopefully a returning intern again) this is a pretty much hitting the nail on the head. I remember having to work over time a LOT but I kept thinking to myself that "I am really here" good experience. Great video, keep it up!

[@tudorpamfil4622]

Great video! I’m doing mech at mcmaster and I recently applied for an internship at Tesla :)

[@TamerShaheen]

That's awesome, good luck! Make sure to attach a portfolio :)

[@yassinesaidi2230]

It's really nice video 🙂 thanks for clarification, it's was very important for me as CNC machinist and CAD designer

[@martinmajewski27]

In the automotive industry, there are more CAD software applications being used than those you mentioned. CATIA and NX are fundamental tools utilized by design engineers in the automotive sector (Solidworks is not standard; it may only be used by suppliers). Professional engineers in the automotive industry need to be proficient in a much wider range of software tools. Engineers who use only CATIA or NX mostly work via engineering services outsourcing companies for OEMs. In Germany, for instance, this is mostly the case (around 80% of engineering is done via outsourcing because it is cheaper).

[@professorcrabs926]

Nice vid. Bit hectic pace but good walkthrough of ME role. Different companies have some different processes. Every working engineer kinda dreams and thinks a lot when “off the clock” and “out of the office”.

[@frankosystems4161]

Subcribed. Your information is so concise and to the point. Thanks for “no fluff” videos.

[@alesssj4]

Really enjoyed the video. Lots of accurate info compressed in a compact timeframe. Thanks for taking the time to do it 👌

[@WilliamSurles]

This is amazing. I wish I saw this when I was in ME in college (20 years ago) so I knew what all those hard classes were for. : )

[@padraigobroin370]

Everybody works from 9 to 7 that wants to go places in this life. I am in Consulting and normal hours for me are about 60-70 hours per week but we are only paid for 37.5 and then commission.

[@linkster5564]

Thank you so much for the video, i didn't know what to expect. I'm going to graduate soon and I've been seriously thinking of applying to Tesla in one of their gigafactories as a mechanical design engineer. Sounds like it is a tough job but rewarding. If i can land the job i feel like it will be a great first step into my field.

[@philippschroer4053]

I am an engineer as well. This helps me for my decision to apply for a job at Tesla.

[@Mrxcrazeeman3]

Now someone has to make it so there's not so many panel gaps upon delivery haha! That and what you mentioned at then end--making so many parts, but have them be the same.

[@mangaeater3077]

Some valuable content

[@rachadelmoutaouaffiq5019]

Indeed!

[@blackswansystem]

You make me feel good about my place on the spectrum. Thank you 🙏

[@pawanraghav5178]

Your videos are absolutely relevant to a design engineer. Thanks for the videos.

[@dlextown]

You nailed it! I’m going to share this with my team members to shows them what MEs do.

[@be432n3]

thanks so much for this, it really helps

[@selespeed3]

Engineers are great. Keep doing great jobs please.

[@steveoj_]

Straightforward and simple. Awesome video

[@jamesross5120]

i wish i was half as smart as you are dude! i know solid works to a small degree but im mostly in tech thanks for a the video

[@relentlessblvd8404]

Yup for sure, I learned toolbox3 and how to work on older roadsters and refurbish the PEMs and drop packs 👍 But MS breaks door handles "stamped aluminum pedal" and the window ferrals are plastic that also breaks 👍

[@christopherupson6082]

That was awesome man, finishing up my time at college and I'm eager to get into the engineering field

[@emtiusahmed8462]

Can you make a video showing exactly what set of software skills a mechanical engineer(zero skilled beginner) needs to stay ahead of the current job competition?

[@medusa_lives]

They might not get paid as much as base pay, but if you put everything you can into tesla stock options when working there, in 5-10 years you’ll be filthy rich.

[@engineeringtips6520]

I work as a Engineering Leader in RnD. We supply airbags for model Y :) video was intersting to see how it looks from the inside of Tesla

[@nirajkoirala3652]

Love from Bhutan bro. Your videos are very educational. Please keep making them❤️

[@pushkinchaudhuri3636]

the quality of your videos are just very good ! you deserve a lot of subscribers

[@TamerShaheen]

Appreciate it :)

[@jdcharlie]

Phew! That was fast. No breather in between.

[@mammysgroundhog4772]

When u said “we usually don’t work alone.” I thought u said “we usually don’t wear cologne.” 😂

[@introvideo5064]

Love you from Nepal bro, learning a lot from you.

[@TamerShaheen]

Appreciate it

[@irfanniazi6112]

Damn Tamer, you nails it this time. Such detailed video bruv. Absolutely fantastic 👏

[@brandonbell6420]

I work at Jones Toyota and the hours are 7am-8pm

[@lidarman2]

good video for being a design engineer anywhere.

[@waterfoker8558]

The funnest part is when thing get messy and you are looking at option a vs b and trying to design an option c with limited time or else it's a or b, but if figure out c you feel like a hero and the team loves you and you see how your dedication to designing an option c under pressure and limited time made the car 1-2% better and saved the company $X and time in component/process cost and how they contributed to the overall 2 week earlier launch date than planned and all other downstream effects due to your early contribution. It's like being an investor and watching your baby grow 🪴

[@TuExklusiv]

This is really an amazing video + pitch

[@ezzofilfilan7927]

wow yesterday i watched a video of you talking about how you were struggling to get a job and today i just saw this video, i am so proud of you

[@TamerShaheen]

Thank you haha :)

[@gridcoregilry666]

amazing content, funny and informative, please keep going! Love from Germany

[@jlai9001]

So the first thing I noticed were your eyebags. I commend all the work that the employees put in to help revolutionize our future, but somehow I'm not surprised when I see all those long hours taking its toll on your body. No future is worth living if you're not alive to experience it. I wish you guys good health and may your efforts bear good fruit.

[@lumayikakoma796]

Wonderful Thanks very much for the guidance and advice This is really helpful, Engineering is a quiet tough program and with such good motivation, positive energy will be activated in most of us Thanks very much Engineer

[@KBS_ar]

It reminds of the process of building a house. A geology engineer would test the strength of the soil to determine which type of foundation to be used (strip or isolated or raft slab). A designer/architect would make the exterior and interior design. Then the plan is passed to a civil engineer who would design the concrete structures (striping, columns, gound beams, slab). Then the plan is passsd to a mechanical engineer who will design the plumbing system. Then the plan is passed to the electrical engineer who will design the electricity system. Usually, the engineers will ask the designer to change some of his concepts. All of these professionlas use softwares to help them design so don’t panic about the details of their work. It’s actually a peice if cake.

[@topdog5252]

Wow this is really interesting to me. I’m a huge Tesla fan so thank you for the insider info

[@michaelgee568]

Great video, very informative! Also, nice Vivo boots!

[@angusmulcahy7946]

Gives me hope for my later internships, I'm currently about to do my first one.

[@mustafaaliabd3021]

ty Tamer for the information it's give me more than idea about tesla or same other companies.

[@markgreen6229]

This was a cool video. Good info. Straight to the point.

[@tuxic4033]

First video I watched from you, keep up the great work, fun entertaining and truly interesting idea

[@armandmatossian2081]

Wow, fantastic summary of design engineering!

[@DeBassHead]

another key point engineers should strive for is HOW EASILY CAN THIS PART BE SWAPPED/CHANGED/REPAIRED. for most mechanics, its a pain having to remove most of the car just to get to 1 part that malfunctioned/broke

[@andrewchai5637]

Great Video as always 💯