What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Technician, Testing, Power Electronics position at Tesla?
What to Expect
What You'll Do
What You'll Bring
Compensation and Benefits
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
As a Power Electronics lab Technician, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the seamless testing and validation of our Power Electronics products and sub-components. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and execute tests for various Power Electronics products, including firmware and software development. Your role will involve hands-on testing, data analysis, and collaboration with engineers to troubleshoot and resolve issues discovered during testing. You'll be part of a team that collaborates to bring innovative products and services to market, ensuring the highest quality and efficiency in our manufacturing processes.
What You'll Do
- Work closely with the Engineering team while creating test processes
- Execute tests for Power Electronics products, including firmware and software validation testing
- Record test results in a spreadsheet and/or ticket and provide feedback to the Engineering team
- Maintain test fixtures and conduct component and system level tests
- Monitor test equipment for correct function
- Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot and resolve issues discovered during testing
- Prepare and maintain test parts, devices, and equipment. Move and carry parts to and from the testing area
- Support engineering teams in instrumentation and data acquisition
- Comply with safety policies and regulations
- Assist in design, perform builds, calibration, periodic maintenance and troubleshooting of test equipment used for reliability and testing to failure
What You'll Bring
- 2 years of experience with testing, firmware, and software development in a Power Electronics or related field
- Ability to operate safely a wide variety of hand and power tools, shop tools, and lab equipment
- Hands-on experience with test setup and execution, including data collection and analysis
- Experience with programming languages such as C , Python, or MATLAB is a plus
- Excellent teamwork/interpersonal skills with a willingness to gain and share new knowledge and the ability to communicate effectively
- Familiarity with environmental stress testing or automated test systems is a plus
- Positive attitude, eager to learn, and ability to change direction quickly
- Remain engaged, proactive, and positive in a fast-paced environment
- Own assignments and take full accountability for their success
- High awareness of safety procedures and practices
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.
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
Salary : $29 - $56
