Engineering Technician, Vibration & Road Simulation

This position will work as a member of Tesla's Engineering Test Team to support vibration & road simulation testing for Reliability and Durability tests performed in-house. The primary objective of this role is to setup, maintain and conduct component and system level tests in accordance with Tesla procedures. The successful candidate for this position must have a broad background in fabrication and system level maintenance and testing.

Responsibilities

• Support both vehicle & component level tests on simulation rigs ( single axis electrodynamic shaker tables, MTS-329 road simulator, and MTS Multi axis simulation (MAST): test setup, detailed inspections, scheduling, maintenance and retrofits
• Root cause and report: Document and report issues identified during test or inspections. Collaborate with engineers to resolve mechanical & electrical issues discovered. Provide detailed written & verbal test status updates to key stake holders during weekly meetings
• Support Engineering teams in instrumentation and data acquisition setup and logging
• General test equipment maintenance
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies and processes, and adapt to change
• Basic understanding of electrical and mechanical systems
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions with attention to detail
• Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Basic machine shop skills desired with welding skills a plus
• Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal
• Must be reliable, have good initiative, committed, and quality focused and have the ability to manage their time to juggle multiple tasks and to prioritize tasks
• Ability to perform repetitious duties while standing for long periods of time
• Ability to lift 30-50 lbs. and maintain a safe working environment

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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
Expected Compensation

$24.40 - $50.40/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.