Firmware Engineer Intern in Freiburg bei Tesla

Firmware Engineer Intern (m/f/d) in Freiburg bei Tesla

Tesla

What to Expect

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As a driven Firmware Intern in the Tesla Energy Products team, you will support the development of the next generation of cutting edge, world-class power converters for energy storage and vehicle charging. You will work closely with the Hardware, Controls and Software teams to deliver production grade safety critical firmware for AC/DC and DC/DC power converters. Our power converters get deployed in Tesla products all over the world to serve our mission of accelerating the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

What You’ll Do

Implement and improve high-quality C code in a real-time embedded environment.
Learn, integrate and debug features at both component and system level.
Develop and automate tests to validate functionality (unit tests, HIL, and system level).
Support with the translation of control algorithms into software implementation and integrate them into firmware and validation frameworks.
Hands-on hardware bring-up and qualification of power converters, and lab work as needed to support development/debug activities through the entire product lifecycle.
Collaborate with product deployment teams to track fleet performance, assess behavioral issues and help drive firmware improvements to resolve anomalies and deliver new product features.

What You’ll Bring

Ongoing studies in Embedded Software / Firmware Engineering or similar field
Reliable and Independent working mindset
Proficient in C and first experience with typical microcontroller peripherals as well as communication protocols
Enthusiasm for new technologies and technical possibilities.
Strong communication skills with the ability to discuss any issues with a wide variety of individuals and groups.
Analytical mindset, hands on approach and problem-solving oriented
Fluency in English
Previous internship and/or project experience is a plus