We are looking for a highly motivated and talented Engineering Technician to join our Structural Testing team. Our team is responsible for the durability and strength testing of a wide range components on the vehicle – including Chassis, Body in White and Drive Unit systems. As a technician, you will have an active role in fabricating and building test setups, executing structural strength and durability testing with high force hydraulic equipment and root causing system level issues. In addition, you will have an active role in our product’s development as well as in ensuring our cars are safe and reliable according to Tesla standards. A successful candidate for this role must have a strong hands-on background in an engineering environment (ideally in testing), as well as the passion and drive to get things done in a dynamic environment.
What You’ll Do- Build, assemble and setup test/validation equipment and fixtures
- Modification of existing or fabrication of new equipment and fixtures as required
- Run tests, setup, detailed inspections, maintenance, and retrofits
- Document and report issues identified during test or inspections
- Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve mechanical & electrical issues discovered
- Provide detailed written & verbal test status updates to key stake holders
- Support engineering teams in instrumentation, data acquisition setup, and logging
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment
- Maintain and update hydraulic actuator and related equipment as required
- Less than 5% travel (mainly for training)
What You’ll Bring
- 4+ years’ experience in an engineeringtechnician role
- Associate Degree, 2 year Technical or Automotive Degree, Automotive OEM Test Technician training and work experience, or equivalent
- Experience with fabrication equipment (e.g. Band Saw, Drill Press)
- Analytical problem-solving skills & root cause analysis
- Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills
- Strong organization skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Extensive knowledge of either: hydraulic or pneumatic actuators
- Mill, lathe and welding experience
- Knowledge of vehicle systems such as chassis systems (suspension, steering, brakes etc.), body structure etc.
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
$24.00 - $65.00/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.