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Tesla Motors, Inc.

Industrial Machine Builder

Tesla Motors, Inc., Elgin, Illinois, us, 60122

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What to Expect We are looking for a highly motivated and "hands-on" individual to join our Mechanical Assembly Team for the assembly of a new generation of high speed, automated manufacturing equipment. The role includes interpreting mechanical drawings and pneumatic schematics, mechanical assembly of machine components, machining of parts, machine mechanical start-up, testing and debug, and some travel for machine installation and commissioning support. Employees must provide their own basic set of hand tools.

Shift: 07:00AM - 3:30PM; Monday - Friday. Overtime will be available depending on the needs of the business.

What You’ll Do

Reading and interpreting mechanical drawings including assembly drawings and detail component drawings, as well as assembly of precision machine components with some machining of parts (milling and turning) as required for assembly of custom engineered automated machinery

Mechanical systems testing and debug (i.e. diagnoses trouble or defects, determines corrective action and repairs system)., systems commissioning, installation and troubleshooting of machines on‑site

Assemble and install equipment at other Tesla locations (up to 40% of the time)

Interface with project team (i.e. Controls Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Assemblers, Project Manager, etc.)

Perform system checkout and assists in automation systems startups for service installed jobs

Provide status updates to management on assigned projects

Other duties may be assigned to support the needs of the business

What You’ll Bring

5+ years of proven experience in assembly of custom automated machinery, as well as very strong analytical and troubleshooting of mechanical systems skills

Ability to read & interpret engineering drawings, mechanical drawings, and pneumatic schematics

Familiar with basic hand tools, basic measuring tools (Vernier, micrometers, height gauge etc.) to tolerances of .001", and machine shop equipment (lathe/mill/surface grinder/drill press)

Must be a self-starter, team player, work well with others, and have a positive attitude

Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues, report, repair and/or correct the issues with minimal supervision

Must be able and willing to travel and work at other Tesla locations

Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal

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

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