Engineering Technician, High Voltage, Abuse Test & Engineering

In the Abuse Testing & Engineering group, we push energy storage and power electronics to their limits and beyond using specialized equipment to apply electrical, mechanical, and thermal stresses. Our goal is to provide rapid feedback to inform designs early in development, by understanding how robust systems perform under abusive conditions. We accommodate external regulations but have a strong focus on internal requirements and test to failure. Every Tesla battery system comes through our lab, both vehicles and energy storage. Our environment is fast-paced and incredibly exciting. We are looking for an Engineering Technician to support the testing of a variety of electrically abusive scenarios for power electronics and battery systems across both vehicle and energy products. Our team works with Engineering groups across various disciplines requiring effective communication skills and collaboration. You would be tasked with building test stands, setting up test articles mechanically and electrically to be operated outside of the full product, and running tests. We look for anyone with an exceptional ability to creatively solve problems, take initiative, and a desire to learn.



Responsibilities

• Safety driven attitude
• Knowledge of electrical circuit fundamentals
• Ability to work with basic hand tools
• Ability to perform independent work, self-starter
• Experience with data acquisition systems
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new software
• Minimum 3 years combined hands-on experience in a lab, field, personal projects, or high voltage setting
• Experience in high voltage (>48V), flammable materials, hazardous materials, or chemical hazards
• 5% travel possible

Requirements

• Measurements and recording: oscilloscopes, voltage meters, current sensors, temperature logging
• Experience reporting data
• Ability/experience crimping wires from 24 gauge to 4/0+
• CAN bus communications
• Experience with National Instruments Data Acquisition hardware, LabVIEW, Python, Arduino, or other microcontrollers
• Experience with DC/AC power sources
• Experience with charging infrastructure and energy storage products

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)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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

$24.40 - $65.40/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.