Tesla
New Product Introduction Technician, Module, Megafactory
Tesla, Brookshire, Texas, United States, 77423
New Product Introduction Technician, Module, Megafactory (Tesla)
The New Product Introduction Technician, Module, Megafactory role at Tesla is primarily responsible for ensuring the successful launch of the newest Energy products and sub-components, turning new engineering design into mass production. The role will be based in the Greater Houston Area (TX) but will also require work in Fremont (CA) to support prototype builds and validation for the first 4–8 months. Additional travel may be required per Tesla’s Travel Policy.
Responsibilities
The NPI Engineering Technician will be responsible for preparing materials and tools for performing NPI builds, trialing new materials and maintaining the various NPI core functions to a high standard.
Document and verbally provide constructive feedback, define/iterate/document standard work, and suggest process improvements.
Execute efficiently against provided instructions, self‑validate work for accuracy, check the quality of previous operations, and meet critical deadlines.
Support field investigations, instrumented/non‑Plan of Record builds, and unique projects in support of cross‑functional teams.
Hands‑on product build validation, collaboration with cross‑functional teams to ensure factory and line readiness, and ensuring critical timelines are met through effective execution of key milestones.
Support Operations and Projects on the production line as necessary.
Qualifications
Minimum of 4 years’ experience in assembly of electro‑mechanical components.
Ability to navigate NEC guidelines and knowledge of NFPA 70E practices; CPR & Low Voltage Rescue SCADA experience is a plus.
Previous electrical trades experience working with power/hand tools, electrical equipment, isolation meters, and multimeters.
Skilled in troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Hands‑on experience interpreting instrumentation maps and installing thermocouples, accelerometers, voltage sense leads/current sensors, strain gauges, and related data acquisition tools.
Must have a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail, while working in an environment that requires quick action; communicates test results, ideas, and problems to supervisor and engineers; able to be part of the solution.
Typically involves a variety of operations (including troubleshooting and rework) requiring a sufficient understanding of the functional operation of the items assembled as well as the finished product.
Physical Demands
Able to perform physical work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours per day.
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day.
Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrain.
Frequently and repetitively lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs., including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs.
Frequently and repetitively bend, lift and reach to install parts.
Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/day.
Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures.
Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing.
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, arm protection, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guides.
Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full‑time Tesla employee you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Medical plans – plan options with $0 payroll deduction.
Family‑building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits.
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both with options with a $0 paycheck contribution.
Company‑paid Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Contribution when enrolled in a high‑deductible medical plan with HSA.
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 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 salaried 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.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Motor Vehicle Manufacturing Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing Utilities
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Responsibilities
The NPI Engineering Technician will be responsible for preparing materials and tools for performing NPI builds, trialing new materials and maintaining the various NPI core functions to a high standard.
Document and verbally provide constructive feedback, define/iterate/document standard work, and suggest process improvements.
Execute efficiently against provided instructions, self‑validate work for accuracy, check the quality of previous operations, and meet critical deadlines.
Support field investigations, instrumented/non‑Plan of Record builds, and unique projects in support of cross‑functional teams.
Hands‑on product build validation, collaboration with cross‑functional teams to ensure factory and line readiness, and ensuring critical timelines are met through effective execution of key milestones.
Support Operations and Projects on the production line as necessary.
Qualifications
Minimum of 4 years’ experience in assembly of electro‑mechanical components.
Ability to navigate NEC guidelines and knowledge of NFPA 70E practices; CPR & Low Voltage Rescue SCADA experience is a plus.
Previous electrical trades experience working with power/hand tools, electrical equipment, isolation meters, and multimeters.
Skilled in troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Hands‑on experience interpreting instrumentation maps and installing thermocouples, accelerometers, voltage sense leads/current sensors, strain gauges, and related data acquisition tools.
Must have a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail, while working in an environment that requires quick action; communicates test results, ideas, and problems to supervisor and engineers; able to be part of the solution.
Typically involves a variety of operations (including troubleshooting and rework) requiring a sufficient understanding of the functional operation of the items assembled as well as the finished product.
Physical Demands
Able to perform physical work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours per day.
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day.
Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrain.
Frequently and repetitively lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs., including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs.
Frequently and repetitively bend, lift and reach to install parts.
Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/day.
Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures.
Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing.
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, arm protection, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guides.
Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full‑time Tesla employee you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Medical plans – plan options with $0 payroll deduction.
Family‑building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits.
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both with options with a $0 paycheck contribution.
Company‑paid Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Contribution when enrolled in a high‑deductible medical plan with HSA.
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 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 salaried 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.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Motor Vehicle Manufacturing Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing Utilities
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