What to Expect
The Engineering team is looking for highly motivated entry level Engineering Technicians to support accelerated product durability testing. This role is very hands-on; Technicians personally assemble and disassemble vehicle components (e.g., door latches, struts, trunk, hood), build test fixtures, and execute tests. A successful candidate for this role must have a passion to learn and develop new skills. All team members collaborate to develop and implement effective solutions quickly. Flexible scheduling may be accommodated.
What You'll Do
- Execute tests: setup, perform inspections, conduct maintenance, and retrofits
- Document and report issues identified during tests or inspections
- Collaborate with Engineers to resolve mechanical & electrical issues discovered
- Support Engineers in instrumentation and data acquisition
- Assist and learn from other Technicians and Engineers
- Assemble & wire test fixtures
What You'll Bring
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills
- Attention to details with strong organization skills
- Analytical problem-solving skills with a desire for professional development
- Basic experience with MS office tools (Outlook/Excel/Word)
- Experience with measurement tools (multi-meters, force gauges, torque wrenches, calipers, DAQ's)
- Experience with fabrication equipment (drills, Band Saw)
- Ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems
- Understanding of Ohms law, Kirchhoff's laws
- Ability to read wiring diagrams, and CAN communication
- Experience working with low voltage components
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
Expected Compensation
$28.80 - $56.40/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
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.
