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Tesla Motors, Inc.

Engineering Technician, New Product Introduction, Energy

Tesla Motors, Inc., Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266

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What to Expect The New Product Introduction (NPI) Technician will report to the NPI Supervisor and will be responsible for performing NPI Builds, line trials and maintaining the NPI area. This person is expected to be able to execute against provided manufacturing instructions (if available), validate their own work, check the quality of previous operations, mentor production associates, lead builds in defined area, and meet schedules. The NPI Technician is expected to be able to provide feedback, define standard work, and suggest process improvements. Experience with hand tools and use of semi-automated manufacturing equipment is necessary.

What You’ll Do

Perform complex and precise electro‑mechanical assembly work and be able to work independently once a task is assigned, make connections with other employees, works fluidly with the team to achieve great results

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

Must be able to work from complex and detailed manufacturing documentation, drawings, and/or verbal and written instructions and specialized fixtures/test equipment

Have a quick and flexible approach to problem solving, task juggling, and collaboration

Responsible for quality activities, including self‑inspection, and inspection

Be comfortable working on multiple projects simultaneously, interacting with multiple teams

Updates production records and test results, records process improvements, and manufacturability suggestions

What You’ll Bring

Basic understanding of electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems

Ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions and mechanical drawings with basic understanding of electrical systems

Must have a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail married with the ability to work quickly

Basic machine shop skills desired — 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 his/her time to juggle multiple tasks and to prioritize tasks

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

Engineering Technician I - $27.45 - $30.60/hour

Engineering Technician II - $31.63 - $34.97/hour

Engineering Technician III - $34.73 - $40.36/hour

+ cash and stock awards + benefits for all levels

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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