Tesla · 17 hours ago
Sr. Engineering Technician, Energy Service Engineering
Hayward, California
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$35.15/hr - $44.84/hrTesla is a fast-growing organization at the forefront of cutting-edge energy technologies, pioneering standards in the EV fast-charging industry. The Sr. Engineering Technician will play a pivotal role in developing innovative hardware and processes for service and commissioning, while collaborating with engineers and training teams to enhance battery management.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Collaborate with a dynamic, high-energy team to transform challenging and high-risk scenarios into safe, manageable outcomes, while documenting processes for continuous refinement and scalable future applications
Perform advanced battery diagnosis and disassembly on both standard and faulted units, ensuring precise analysis and safe handling of complex energy storage systems
Mentor and train cross-functional teams to achieve expert-level proficiency in battery cells, modules, and packs, empowering them to diagnose, disassemble, and safely manage all Tesla products
Identify and implement opportunities to optimize electrical systems and processes, integrating cutting-edge technologies to boost performance, minimize costs, and drive productivity gains
Foster seamless collaboration and communication 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, processes, procedures, and training programs for teams in manufacturing and application engineering environments, promoting consistency and knowledge transfer
Uphold rigorous safety standards and regulatory compliance for electrical systems, processes, and procedures; conduct thorough inspections, surveillances, and hazard assessments to mitigate risks and ensure a secure operational environment
Qualification
Required
Willingness to travel extensively (50-70% of the time) to commissioning sites, operational facilities, and Tesla locations worldwide, demonstrating flexibility and a global mindset
Hands-on, resourceful problem-solving skills with a scrappy, innovative approach to overcoming challenges in fast-paced environments
Deep passion for sustainable energy solutions, including renewables, microgrids, and diesel generator replacement technologies, with a drive to advance clean energy initiatives
Strong teaching and mentoring abilities, excelling at distilling complex technical concepts into clear, accessible explanations for diverse audiences
Proven track record of developing safe, efficient documentation and procedures that enable teams to follow best practices and achieve consistent results
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, fostering effective collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders
Demonstrated expertise in operating lab equipment, such as oscilloscopes, electronic loads, signal generators, meters, and related tools, with a focus on precision and safety
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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