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As an Engineering Technician within the Low Voltage Distribution design team you will build prototype wire harnesses, support component level testing and failure analysis for the LV system. Projects are open-ended and often with limited guidance. The parts you will produce are critical for early vehicle prototypes and other Tesla products and allow design teams to progress in their designs, find flaws and make decisions.
- Produce or rework wire harnesses in a lab or at vehicles in a shop
- Procure wire harness parts and materials from online vendors, Tesla’s suppliers or Tesla internal inventory
- Assemble test fixtures for mechanical and electrical validation of new components
- Conduct sealing, continuity, durability, and ergonomic testing and create reports
- Maintain and organize lab space, materials, tools and equipment needed to make and test wire harnesses and subcomponents
- Provide clear, accurate and timely feedback to engineers on problems found during testing or part production
- Complete tasks as directed by project schedules
- Support tasks that advance Tesla’s wire harness technology
- Expertise with wire harness components such as connectors, contact terminals, grounding terminals, splices, wire types, clips, heatshrink and taping
- Able to use multimeters, crimping tools, soldering irons, terminal extraction tools
- Be able to interpret electrical schematics, harness drawings, verbal or written instructions and translate to physical parts or to the operation of specialized equipment
- Experience with repairing vehicle wire harnesses
- Basic knowledge of circuitry and how electrical components work
- High level of craftsmanship and attention to detail married with the ability to work quickly
- Handle requests from multiple teams and work on multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to lift 20-40 lbs. and to maintain a safe working environment
- Excellent written & verbal communication and computer skills
- Desire to expand the capabilities and knowledge of the team to more advanced harness production and failure analysis techniques
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
$24.40 - $65.40/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.
