Engineering Technician, New Product Introduction

Description:
Seeking a highly skilled technician with expertise in troubleshooting, electromechanical systems, and process optimization to oversee new part introductions and resolve technical issues on manufacturing lines and in prototype shops.

Responsibilities:
Execute and manage high-volume trials for new manufacturing parts, analyze results, and provide technical feedback to Engineering teams
Diagnose and rectify issues in vehicle systems and manufacturing processes through cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams
Perform advanced electromechanical assemblies and integrations independently

Construct prototype sub-assemblies and full vehicle assemblies
Validate, commission, and fine-tune prototype manufacturing equipment
Oversee engineering validation builds and ensure timely shipment for testing

Operate efficiently in a production environment to meet rigorous project timelines

Requirements:
3+ years of hands-on experience with vehicles, equipment, or electromechanical systems
Proficient in mechanical, electrical, and industrial engineering principles
Relevant manufacturing environment experience or education; experience with automated production lines is a plus
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex technical problems with minimal guidance
Capability to work effectively in both collaborative and autonomous settings
Basic understanding of electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics, drawings, and assembly instructions
Strong technical communication and documentation skills

Essential Physical Demands
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day
Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day, including over varied and uneven terrain
Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs., including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs
Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install parts
Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours a day
Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures
Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, reflective vest, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines

Compensation & Benefits:
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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