Tesla · 3 months ago
Engineering Technician, High Voltage, Abuse Test & Engineering
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$24.40/hr - $50.40/hr
3+ years expTesla is a leading company in energy storage and power electronics, seeking an Engineering Technician to support the testing of electrically abusive scenarios for power electronics and battery systems. The role involves preparing and instrumenting devices, collaborating with engineers, and documenting test results to enhance product safety and performance.
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Responsibilities
Prepare and instrument batteries and power electronic devices to analyze Engineering prototypes and validate design assumptions
Dissect test articles after test to capture and analyze results and failure modes
Operate high voltage and high current power supplies
Collaborate with Test Engineers to develop and execute test plans, procedures, and protocols to validate battery pack and power electronic device safety performance
Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve technical issues and improve product design
Provide clear and concise documentation of test results, inspection findings, and technical issues to support data-driven decision making
Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to increase efficiency and productivity
Design, fabricate, and modify test fixtures and equipment to support battery pack testing and validation
5% travel possible
Qualification
Required
Safety driven attitude
Knowledge of electrical circuit fundamentals
Ability to work with basic hand tools and crimping wire sizes up to 4/0 AWG
Ability to perform independent work, self-starter
Minimum 3 years combined hands-on experience in related field, lab, personal projects, or high voltage setting
Preferred
Experience in high voltages (48VDC-1500VDC, 240VAC-600VAC), flammable materials, hazardous materials, or chemical hazards desired
Experience with data acquisition measurements and recording: oscilloscopes/data loggers, National Instruments hardware, various voltage, current, temperature, or pressure sensors desired
Setting up and logging CAN bus communications desired
Experience with EVs, EV charging infrastructure or energy storage products desired
Benefits
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)
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
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Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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