Tesla · 4 hours ago
Data Collection Operator, Optimus
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelTesla is looking for highly motivated and adaptive individuals to support Tesla’s data collection team. The primary objectives of this role are to collect data, assist with engineering requests, and report equipment feedback.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Walk a pre-determined test route daily for data collection
Wear a motion capture suit and Virtual Reality headset while performing designated movements and actions based on project requirements
Start/stop recording devices and perform minor equipment and software debugging
Provide feedback on the performance of the equipment
Analyze and report on data collected during shift
Upload data collected and write daily reports detailing observations and issues
Ensure assigned equipment is in proper and safe working condition and safely transported to various collection sites
Communicate with leadership when issues arise that need addressing in a timely manner
Qualification
Required
Must be able to walk 7+ hours a day while carrying up to 30 lbs. of various types of equipment
Height between 5'7" and 6' as role requires the use of motion capture suits
Ability to wear and operate a motion capture suit and VR headset for extended periods of time
Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation, body coordination, and kinesthetic awareness and ability to walk up/downstairs
Must have the ability to stand, sit, walk, stoop, bend, reach, crouch, and twist throughout the day
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time and daily regional driving
Ability to work a flexible schedule: day/night shift and 1 weekend day + overtime when needed
Preferred
Experience using VR equipment 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
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
Societe GeneraleEuropean UnionPennDOT
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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