Tesla · 3 weeks ago
Engineering Technician, Optimus (Afternoon Shift)
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$24.40/hr - $65.40/hr
3+ years expTesla is a leading electric vehicle and clean energy company, and they are seeking an Engineering Technician for their Optimus Service team. The role involves collaborating with engineers and technicians to maximize uptime for humanoid robots by conducting diagnostic tests, developing test plans, and ensuring product reliability.
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Responsibilities
Conduct diagnostic tests on Optimus robots and associated parts to identify faults and repair quickly and efficiently
Collaborate with engineers to develop and execute test plans, procedures, and protocols to validate performance and reliability
Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, including design, reliability, and engineering, to identify and resolve technical issues and improve product design
Provide clear and concise documentation of maintenance protocols and technical issues to support data-driven decision making
Maintain a high standard of organization and safety in the lab, including inventory management, tooling, and equipment maintenance
Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to increase efficiency and productivity
You may travel to support lab expansion and maintenance activities in the Bay Area and/or global Tesla facilities
Qualification
Required
3+ years of technical experience in robotics, automotive service, manufacturing, or equivalent
Previous hands-on experience with high voltage systems, wire harnesses, mechanical components, electro-mechanical devices, soldering irons, wire crimping tools, multi-meters, and oscilloscopes
Familiar and comfortable with soldering iron/tweezers, hot air, hand tools and some power tools
Previous experience with wire harnesses: connectors, contact terminals, ground terminals, cables, clips and taping. Able to read electrical schematics/harness drawings and create a harness from scratch
Analytical problem solving and root cause analysis skills
Able and willing to lift 50 lbs
Valid driver's license required
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.
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
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Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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