Tesla · 3 months ago
Manufacturing Test & Equipment Engineering Technician
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$28.80/hr - $56.40/hr
4+ years expTesla is a leading company in creating automated machines, and they are seeking a Manufacturing Test & Equipment Engineering Technician to develop testing equipment for batteries and power electronics components. This role involves collaborating with engineers, performing electro-mechanical tasks, and supporting the deployment of testing equipment across Tesla facilities and contract manufacturers.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Perform electro-mechanical tasks (Electrical/control panel wiring, frame/fixture assemble, bench test setup)
Work from complex and detailed manufacturing documentation, drawings, and/or verbal and written instructions and specialized fixtures/test equipment
Aide in troubleshooting mechanical & electrical
Participate in initial equipment conceptual development
Stay organized, interacting with cross-functional teams and working on multiple projects simultaneously
Inventory management and package pickup
Support deployment of testing equipment at Tesla facilities and contract manufacturers
Qualification
Required
4+ years hands-on experience building/wiring up various hardware
Exposure to a variety of mechanical systems, production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment
Ability to follow mechanical drawing and electrical schematic
Ability to lift 20-40 lbs. on a daily basis and to maintain a safe working environment
Experience with using test equipment (DMM, Oscilloscope, Variable DC power supplies, etc.)
Experience with pneumatic and fluid systems
Must be comfortable around High Voltage
Must be able to solder and crimp both large and small components and use basic shop tools (drill press, band saw, etc.)
Travel (Domestic and International)
Preferred
Experience with cable management and wire routing is a plus
Knowledge of UL 508A and NFPA 79 standards are a plus
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
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$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
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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