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Tesla · 19 hours ago

Sr. Engineering Technician, Energy Service Engineering

positionHayward, CA
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
senioritySenior Level
money$35.15/hr - $44.84/hr

Tesla is a fast-growing organization focused on revolutionizing the EV fast charging industry and commercial energy storage. The Sr. Engineering Technician will design and construct electrical panels, manage hardware manufacturing processes, and collaborate with engineers to support high-performance energy solutions.

AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
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Responsibilities

Design and construct electrical panels, including wiring diagrams, harness assembly, specification and integration of off-the-shelf components, and related systems to support high-performance energy solutions
Own end-to-end hardware manufacturing processes, from ordering components and fabricating custom elements (e.g., cables and PCBAs) to building, assembling, quality control, and shipping to deployment sites
Document design feedback meticulously on both electrical and mechanical aspects, ensuring continuous improvement and knowledge sharing
Manage connectors, crimping, and wire harnesses, including building, routing, and seamless integration into complex assemblies
Optimize manufacturing layouts and processes to maximize efficiency, achieving more output with minimal space and resources
Lead surge builds during high-demand periods, coordinating parts, space, and team resources to rapidly produce and deploy products in emergent situations
Collaborate and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including program management, field support, customers, EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety), technical publications, service engineering, and product design teams
Develop comprehensive documentation and procedures for teams in manufacturing and application engineering environments, promoting safe, scalable, and efficient practices

Qualification

Electrical panel designHardware manufacturing processesDocumentation skillsTrainingProblem-solving skillsMentoringCommunication skillsLeadershipCollaborationAdaptability

Required

Willingness to travel extensively (approximately 25% of the time) to commissioning sites, deployments, and Gigafactories, embracing a flexible and global operational mindset
Hands-on, resourceful problem-solving skills with a scrappy, innovative approach, fueled by a deep passion for renewables, microgrids, and diesel generator replacement technologies
Strong training and mentoring capabilities, leveraging firsthand experience with Tesla products and tools to impart technical knowledge effectively to teams
Proven ability to make on-site decisions under dynamic conditions, adapting to unforeseen customer variables such as site layouts, electrical load distributions, and existing circuit protections
Expertise in creating clear, safe, and efficient documentation tailored for first-time users, ensuring crisp, actionable guidance that minimizes risks and maximizes productivity
Excellent communication skills for liaising with engineers and technical peers, especially when deviations from standard operating procedures (SOPs) or manufacturing documentation occur
Leadership in achieving world-class build quality for multiple electromechanical assemblies and workspaces, driving precision, efficiency, and excellence in execution
Design and construct electrical panels, including wiring diagrams, harness assembly, specification and integration of off-the-shelf components, and related systems to support high-performance energy solutions
Own end-to-end hardware manufacturing processes, from ordering components and fabricating custom elements (e.g., cables and PCBAs) to building, assembling, quality control, and shipping to deployment sites
Document design feedback meticulously on both electrical and mechanical aspects, ensuring continuous improvement and knowledge sharing
Manage connectors, crimping, and wire harnesses, including building, routing, and seamless integration into complex assemblies
Optimize manufacturing layouts and processes to maximize efficiency, achieving more output with minimal space and resources
Lead surge builds during high-demand periods, coordinating parts, space, and team resources to rapidly produce and deploy products in emergent situations
Collaborate and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including program management, field support, customers, EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety), technical publications, service engineering, and product design teams
Develop comprehensive documentation and procedures for teams in manufacturing and application engineering environments, promoting safe, scalable, and efficient practices

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

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Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
dateFounded in 2003
location
Austin, Texas, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.tesla.com

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$20.12B
Key Investors
Societe GeneraleEuropean UnionPennDOT
2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M

Leadership Team

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Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
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Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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