Tesla · 3 days ago
Engineering Technician, Model Y, Drive Unit
AUSTIN, Texas
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expTesla is a leading electric vehicle manufacturer focused on sustainability and innovation. The Process Engineering Technician will optimize assembly processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety in the Drive Unit shop, collaborating with engineers and production teams to troubleshoot issues and implement improvements.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Develop, document, improve, and train to Manufacturing Instructions for all Powertrain processes (Joining, Welding, Assembly, Testing, Equipment). This requires intimate, hands-on knowledge of the processes and the ability to clearly communicate detailed, critical information
Support engineering activities such as designing, validating, and refining Powertrain processes (Joining, Welding, Assembly, Testing, Equipment) to improve throughput and reduce waste
Collaborate with all cross-functional teams including groups such as production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams, to sustain and improve on key process metrics
Diagnose and resolve equipment, tooling, process, and workflow issues to minimize downtime
Collect and analyze production data (e.g., first-pass yield, cycle times, scrap, aging) to identify trends and recommend corrective actions
Lead or support Kaizen events, root cause analyses, and Lean initiatives to eliminate bottlenecks and improve line efficiency
Design, manage, deploy and repair of process tooling and parts
Qualification
Required
2+ years of experience in manufacturing, automotive, or a related industry
Experience with data analysis and use of tools such as Excel, SQL, Minitab, Tableau, SPC
Advanced computer proficiency with the ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new software applications across diverse platforms such as Ignition, Python, and MES (FX)
Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, CAD models, and GD&T
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or 5S methodologies
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day
Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day, including over varied and uneven terrain
Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs., including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs
Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install parts
Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours a day
Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures
Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, bump cap and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines
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
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$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
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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