Instrumentation & Calibration Technician

This position will work as a member of Tesla's Instrumentation, Calibration, and Imaging Group to support product validation of Tesla Vehicles in development; Cybertruck, Semi, Next-gen vehicles, etc. Additionally, within this role, the person will continue providing support to the rest of the Tesla products as dictated by the priorities. This role is responsible for Instrumentation kit builds, process development, and maintaining and servicing test equipment and instrumentation. The job function will also require the Technician to support proper calibration and control of equipment used in tests performed in-house and at external test labs. The successful candidate for this position will have a broad background in automotive testing, calibrations, and project management.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sensor library, sensor repair, and coordinate calibration activities of all instrumentation and test equipment
• Set up a data acquisition program and validate the connectivity of all the sensors
• Installation, calibration, and set up of strain gages is a plus
• Design and create custom brackets and fixtures
• Keep records of maintenance, repair, and required updates of equipment
• Perform in-house calibration of devices by comparing measurements of pressure, temperature, acceleration, or other environmental conditions to known standards
• Conduct calibration tests to determine the performance or reliability of mechanical, structural, or electro-mechanical equipment
• Work with vendors and coordinate onsite/ external calibrations

Requirements

• Hands-on experience instrumenting Accelerometers, Loadcells, Pressure transducers, Thermocouples, Strain Gages, etc.
• Experience with data acquisition systems like DTS, SOMAT, NI, DEWESOFT, etc
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining a variety of hand tools, power tools, diagnostic scan tools, scopes, meters, and other test equipment
• Software proficiency: strong skills in MS Office and Adobe products, with experience with Jira and Confluence tools
• Demonstrated independent and self-motivated professional with the capability to handle several tasks with minimal supervision
• Basic understanding of calibration standards such as calibration ratio and inaccuracy specifications, moving into linear vs. non-linear calibrations
• Formal electronics training (AC/DC circuits, formulae, and components) or Equivalent work experience, with 3 years of instrumentation and data acquisition experience or applicable degree/certification
• Flexibility to travel domestically (Up to 10%)

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 - $36.60/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.