Engineering Technician, Model Y, Body

Description:
As an Engineering Technician at Tesla, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing assembly processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety in our fast-paced Closures shop. You will collaborate closely with engineers and production teams to troubleshoot issues, implement improvements, and ensure seamless operations.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem-solver with a passion for innovation and sustainability. You thrive in dynamic environments, possess meticulous attention to detail, and excel at translating engineering concepts into actionable solutions. A proactive mindset, adaptability to evolving priorities, and a commitment to Tesla’s mission of accelerating the world’s transition to sustainable energy are essential.

Responsibilities:
Develop, document, and train to Manufacturing Instructions for all vehicle processes (Joining, Bolting, Assembly, Dimension, Equipment) with hands-on process knowledge

Support engineering activities by designing, validating, and refining processes to improve throughput and reduce waste

Collaborate cross-functionally with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to sustain and improve key metrics

Diagnose and resolve equipment, tooling, and workflow issues to minimize downtime and ensure process reliability

Collect, analyze, and interpret production data (cycle times, defect rates, etc.) to identify trends and implement corrective actions

Lead and support Kaizen events, root cause analyses, and Lean initiatives to eliminate bottlenecks and drive continuous improvement

Design, manage, and repair process tooling; coordinate equipment modifications and perform audits (Torque, Critical Parameter, Inline Measurement)

Requirements:
2 years of experience in manufacturing, automotive, or a related industry
Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, CAD models, and GD&T
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or 5S methodologies
Experience with data analysis and use of tools such as Excel
Advanced computer proficiency with the ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new software applications across diverse platforms

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: safety glasses, safety shoes, clean coveralls in cleanroom, 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