Instrumentation Technician

This position will work as a member of Tesla's Instrumentation 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 performing and overseeing all instrumentation and data acquisition of components, sub-systems, and full vehicles in a laboratory and proving ground environments. The job function will also require the technician to support vehicle preparation, tear-down, and test execution, by working closely with the Vehicle Test team. The successful candidate for this position will have a broad background in automotive testing.


Responsibilities

• Identify, source, and procure required data acquisition and sensors
• Installation of sensors and data acquisition hardware on the vehicle as identified by test plans
• Set up a data acquisition program and validate the connectivity of all the sensors
• Installation, calibration, and set up of strain gauges is a plus
• Maintain sensor library, sensor repair, and coordinate calibration activities of all instrumentation
• Create daily work plans to achieve test plan goals on schedule
• Design and create custom brackets and fixtures
• Support testing activities and/or vehicle preparation and tear-down as required by workflow priority
• Perform onsite support and testing while monitoring and validating data
• Basic data analysis and data cleanup by working closely with multiple engineering teams

Requirements

• Experience instrumenting vehicles with Accelerometers, Loadcells, Pressure sensors, Thermocouples, Wheel Force Transducers, Strain Gages, etc
• Experience with data acquisition systems like DTS, SOMAT, NI, DEWESOFT, etc
• Formal electronics training (AC/DC circuits, formulae, and components) or Equivalent work experience
• Ability to operate and maintain a wide variety of hand and power tools, shop tools, and shop equipment, for the servicing of automobiles
• Ability to operate and use diagnostic scan tools, scopes, meters, and other test equipment
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including the public
• Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet deadlines
• A minimum of 3 years of instrumentation and data acquisition experience or applicable degree/certification
• Valid driver's license required
• Flexibility to travel domestically (Up to 50%)

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, depending on level + 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.