Test Engineer, Remanufacturing

Tesla

Lathrop, California Posted October 26, 2026

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On-site Full-time Mid level
Job Description

Description:
Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Test Engineer to contribute to the continuous improvement of Manufacturing Test Equipment for the Global Service Manufacturing team. They will aid in designing, developing, and optimizing test equipment for Tesla’s Battery, Drive Unit, Charger, and Power Electronics lines across several vehicle models. Additional responsibilities include supporting equipment debugging tasks and continuous improvement of legacy test and automation equipment. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-growth group within Tesla while working in an innovative environment where any ideas for improvement, development and enhancement will be welcomed.

Responsibilities:
Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits
Define most efficient plan for testing, automating and improving focusing on time/cost reduction and low complexity to promptly release new automation and test equipment
Interact with various design, manufacturing, and firmware teams throughout project
Generate aesthetically simple GUI screens for complex test and automation machinery while providing sufficient feedback for troubleshooting
Establish great working relationships with vendors and managing their deliverables
Continually design and implement improvements to released equipment

Requirements:
Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Software Engineering or equivalent experience
2-3 years of relevant industry experience
Industry Experience developing with NI LabView and TestStand a must
Experience working with CAN and XNET and additional programming languages (Python, C#, C++, Java, etc.)
Familiarity with electronic circuits. Experience with high voltage environments is preferred but not required
Ability to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
Exposure to a wide variety of test and automation systems, production machinery, industrial sensors, data acquisition and I/O devices (ie, pogo-pins, pressure transducers, temperature controllers, current and power meters, PLCs, etc.)

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

Expected Compensation
$82,440 - $176,040/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.

Required Skills
process improvement manufacturing testing troubleshooting software development Python C# C++ Java controllership PLC compensation
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