Tesla · 4 hours ago
Mechanical Engineering Technician, Low Voltage
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$24.40/hr - $50.40/hrTesla is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineering Technician to support multi-program test development and execution. The role involves collaborating with engineers, designing mechanical fixtures, analyzing test data, and driving design changes based on test results.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Collaborate with engineers to validate test components for multi-program initiatives through mechanical, electrical, and ingress testing
Design, build, and dismantle mechanical fixtures, often using T-slotted aluminum extrusion
Design, build, debug, rework, and dismantle complex mechanical testers
Analyze test data, identify trends, and predict potential failures
Drive design changes based on test results by partnering with design engineers and test engineers
Operate tests using environmental chambers for thermal/humidity, vibration, and related equipment
Launch test software and assist in triaging test failures
Qualification
Required
Familiarity with strain gauges, leak testers, pumping systems (including safe installation, maintenance, and operation), micro-ohm meters, vibration tables, shock towers, and thermal chambers (covering temperature, relative humidity, and condensation)
Experience building custom harnesses, including signal and power cables ranging from 22 gauge to 0 gauge
Ability to manage multiple test priorities and communicate proactively
Proficiency in using a Digital Multimeter (DMM) to measure voltage and resistance, with strong problem-solving skills for diagnosing and resolving issues
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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