Tesla · 1 day ago
Engineering Technician, Hardware Validation & Testing, Optimus
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$24.40/hr - $56.40/hr
2+ years expTesla is a fast-paced and innovative company seeking an Engineering Technician for their Optimus Test Team. The role involves supporting testing of Tesla's Optimus Bot by assembling test fixtures, conducting various tests, and collaborating with engineers to ensure functionality and reliability.
EnergyElectric VehicleTransportationManufacturingRenewable EnergyAutomotive
Responsibilities
Build, assemble, and refine test fixtures and equipment, both new and existing, ensuring functionality and precision
Document all aspects of the testing process, including pre-test inspections, checkpoints, teardown, and modify/help develop SOPs
Communicate effectively, raise technical questions, and challenge existing methods to find the best possible solutions
Support the organization and improvement of the team’s lab space, adapting to the evolving needs of the program
Fabricate wire harnesses, solder components, create aluminum extrusion fixtures, wire power supplies, and rework machined fixtures as needed
Use Python to interface with test setups, running and adjust scripts to meet specific testing needs
Instrument, assemble, and test engineering prototypes, gathering data to validate systems and ensure their proper functionality
Enforce and adhere to lab safety protocols, always ensuring a safe and organized work environment
Qualification
Required
2+ years of experience in mechanical, electrical, or materials testing
Proficiency in using a wide range of hand tools, power tools, and lab equipment safely
Hands-on experience in test setup and execution, with the ability to troubleshoot and solve problems effectively
Expertise in data collection and reporting using software such as MS Excel
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach to gaining and sharing knowledge
A positive, solution-oriented attitude, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and rapidly shift focus
A strong sense of ownership, responsibility, and accountability for your work
A high level of commitment to safety practices and procedures
Preferred
Familiarity with environmental stress testing or automated test systems is a plus
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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