Tesla · 1 day ago
Engineering Technician, Failure Analysis, Analytical Services
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$24.40/hr - $56.40/hr
0+ years expTesla is a company focused on innovation in electric vehicles and energy solutions. The Failure Analysis team is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the analysis of vehicle and energy systems, collaborating closely with engineers to improve product reliability and performance.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Support materials engineers on analyzing failures in electromechanical components
Assist with sample preparation techniques including cross-sectioning, polishing, and mounting for metallographic examination
Perform basic materials testing using tools such as optical microscopy, hardness testers, and profilometers
Help with analytical methods like Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), TGA, FTIR or Gass Chromatography/ Mass Spectroscopy (GC/MS) to characterize material properties
Maintain lab equipment and workflows for non-destructive and destructive evaluations
Collaborate with teams to document findings and support root cause investigations
Learn and apply entry-level materials analysis methods in a dynamic environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering, Materials Science, or related field, or equivalent experience
0-2 years in lab or technical support roles
Basic familiarity with materials characterization tools such as microscopes, hardness testers, or spectroscopy equipment
Eagerness to learn new techniques quickly and contribute in fast-paced settings
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to handle basic mechanical tasks and follow safety protocols
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and handle chemicals safely
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
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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