Tesla · 4 weeks ago
Engineering Technician, Manufacturing Engineering, Robotics
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$24.40/hr - $50.40/hrTesla is a leader in electric vehicles and sustainable energy solutions, seeking an Engineering Technician for their Robotics Engineering pilot team. The role involves supporting daily operations, validating designs for manufacturability, and optimizing process efficiency in robotics production.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Work with Engineers to fabricate, assemble, and integrate mobile robot prototypes, including mechanical assemblies, electrical systems, etc
Collaborate with Engineering teams to root cause and resolve mechanical hardware, electrical, software issues and provide detailed written & verbal test status updates to key stakeholders
While assembly, validating design and processes, and documentation of issues & improvements for the broader projecy
Ability to identify concerns and assess risk as well as provide creative countermeasure
Analytical problem solving skills & FA root cause analysis, troubleshooting
Create and validate processes/equipment that solve for safety/ergonomics, manufacturability, quality, production rate, cost efficiency
Oversee the ins and out of your group, understand robotics stacking order
Capable of performing standardized work for all the stations with quality and within Takt
Ability to identify concerns and assess risk as well as provide creative countermeasur
Evaluate new parts and provide feedback to design on how to improve
Qualification
Required
Experience as an Engineering Technician in fields of: Robotics, Automotive, precision medical devices, R&D, and Manufacturing, etc
Experience in Manufacturing or factory line operations
Previous hands-on experience with hand and power tools, high & low voltage systems
Practical working knowledge of process sheets
Must be shift flexible w/high commitment & ability to work variable schedule including daily/weekend overtime as needed
Ability to repeat physical/mental activities, accuracy of work, including responsible time management & prioritization skills
Problem solving skills that includes root cause analysis, implementing countermeasures and following up to ensure effectiveness and a demonstrated open mind, there is more than one solution
Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to lead meetings and speak in front of groups
Experience with and or ability to learn key systems/programs such as Excel, Outlook, Word, Powerpoint, Microsoft Teams, Enovia/Catia/Delmia, Confluence, Jira, FX and many other sub systems
Able to interpret drawings and 3D CAD, and able to read mechanical drawings. Experience in CAD (ex. CATIA, SolidWorks) and/or electrical design (ex. Altium). Fabrication/machining, 3D printing is a plus
Benefits
Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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.
Founded in 2003
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
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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