Tesla · 2 months ago
Engineering Technician, Homologation & Range Testing (Night Shift)
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$24.40/hr - $50.40/hr
5+ years expTesla is seeking a highly motivated Engineering Technician to accelerate vehicle-level homologation test activities focused on energy consumption and range tests. The role involves preparing and diagnosing vehicles for testing, operating chassis dynamometers, and collaborating with internal and external testing teams.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Prepare prototype and production vehicles for testing, including part changes, alignments, vehicle diagnostics and instrumentation installation
Diagnose issues that arise during testing by supporting both on & off-site test trips
Operate chassis dynamometers and drive several traces while diligently following provided checklists
Design and build new instrumentation or test equipment as needed
Work with internal and external test labs and proving grounds during test activities
Document results of testing and communicate issues found to the test owners
Build and follow process for the teams, document potential issues and improvements
Work efficiently within a multidisciplinary cooperative environment on prototype, pre-production, and production vehicles
Critical thinking skills to work without instruction manuals or workbooks
Maintain a high knowledge level of high voltage, low voltage, and general electrical vehicle systems
Qualification
Required
5+ years of technician or mechanic work experience in the automotive industry
Experience as an Engineering, Service or Manufacturing Technician
Valid driver license required
Strong automotive electrical understanding
High Voltage electrical knowledge and training
Minor fabrication experience
In-depth knowledge of Tesla vehicle systems, both in terms of operation and diagnostics
Excellent attention to detail
Willing to work overtime, weekends, as needed
Preferred
Electric or hybrid vehicle experience
Experience documenting issues or builds
Experience with chassis dynamometer testing
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
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$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
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Chief Financial Officer
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SVP of Automotive
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