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Tesla Motors, Inc.

Engineering Technician, Thermal Test

Tesla Motors, Inc., Fremont, California, us, 94537

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What to Expect Engineering team is looking for highly motivated entry level engineering technicians to support accelerated product durability testing. This role is very hands‑on; Technicians personally assemble and disassemble vehicle components, build test fixtures, and execute tests. A successful candidate for this role must have a passion to learn and develop new skills. All team members collaborate to develop and implement effective solutions quickly.

What You'll Do

Execute tests: setup, perform inspections, conduct maintenance, and retrofits. Using multimeters, force gauges, and torque wrenches

Document and report issues identified during tests or inspections

Collaborate with Engineers to resolve mechanical & electrical issues discovered

Support Engineers in instrumentation and data acquisition

Assist and learn from other Technicians and Engineers

Assemble & wire test fixtures

Collaborate with team for lab organization and usage

Understanding of Ohms law, Kirchhoff's laws

Use of bandsaws and a drill press for any test fabrication

What You'll Bring

Excellent attention to detail along with written & verbal communication skills

Analytical problem‑solving skills and strong organization skills

Working principals of common thermal components - operation, testing and characterization

Experience using standard lab and test equipment like power supplies, DAQs, pressure transducers, flow meters, temperature sensors

Experience with HVAC and refrigerant systems

Ability to solder, crimp, and read wire diagrams

Basic experience with MS office tools (Outlook/Excel/Word)

Experience working with high voltage and low voltage components

Previous experience with CAN communication

Experience working on vehicle level systems

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 $28.80 - $56.40/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.

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