I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Tesla (Fremont, CA) in Oct 2023
Interview
The interview process involved:
Phone Screen
Written Mechanical Engineering Exam (School concepts)
Meetings Online Call (including questions on block on incline plane, stress strain curve and other basic mechanical questions)
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How would you design this bracing system within their newest car.
Three part process, with a phone screen and take home. Talked with two engineers and hiring manager. Lots of physics questions and overview on projects done. Many steps and overall good experience.
I applied online. I interviewed at Tesla (Texas City, TX)
Interview
Interview was fine. General design questions of SS curves and mechanics of materials. not hard. definitely know the basics and you will be fine also know general mechanical stuff for automotives
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
difference between steel, aluminum, and mild steel
Started with 2 technical rounds. First one was basic MechE questions. Second round interviewer was in a hurry and not so open to listening your thought process. There were questions on electromechanical concepts as well
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Difference in bolt torque in hot and cold conditions