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Vehicle Engineering Technician, Autopilot Test

Tesla • Full-time • Austin, TX, US • 2w ago

Job Category

Engineering & Information Technology

Location

AUSTIN, Texas

Req. ID

229649

Job Type

Full-time

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What to Expect

Tesla is looking for a highly motivated individual to accelerate our vehicle-level testing of autonomous vehicles. The Autopilot Test Engineering Technician will support Tesla’s development team with vehicle-level testing, fabrication of test instrumentation and vehicle fleet maintenance. The role requires a highly organized professional who can manage multiple time critical projects simultaneously in a very fluid schedule.

This full-time role requires the flexibility of traveling (up to 30%) to various domestic and international destinations when necessary, to test vehicles on public roads, test tracks and Proving Grounds.

What You’ll Do

Execute Tesla test procedures in the areas of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, Vehicle Dynamics, and Range under the leadership of test engineers (Pedestrian Detection, Autonomous Emergency Braking, or Road Departure Avoidance, for example)
Prepare vehicles for testing, including instrumentation installation, part changes, and vehicle diagnostics
Design and build new instrumentation or test equipment as needed.
Lead on & off-site test trips, including management and support of other technicians and operators in test vehicle setup and test execution
Work with internal and external test labs and proving grounds to direct testing activities
Mentor less-experienced technicians and operators to develop their skills and knowledge
Document results of testing and communicate issues found to the lead test engineer

What You’ll Bring

2-year automotive degree or equivalent technical credentials
In-depth knowledge of modern vehicle systems and how they operate
Some exposure to vehicle testing, specifically related to Vehicle Dynamics, Chassis Dynos or Autonomous Vehicles, is preferred
Some fabrication skills preferred
Excellent written and spoken English
Must be comfortable driving prototype vehicles at (or over) their limit on closed courses
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work in an extremely fast-paced environment

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)
LGBTQ+ care concierge services
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

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.