Engineering Technician, Prototype Fabricator, Megafactory

Description:
Tesla’s Energy Engineering R&D team is seeking a skilled and highly motivated Fabricator to join the team and contribute to our mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. The prototype fabricator will be a member of Tesla’s Energy Engineering Organization, supporting various energy-focused programs. As a Prototype Fabricator on our team, you will play a key role in the development of prototype parts, systems, and complete assemblies. Through the team’s efforts, we help enhance components and systems design by bringing conceptual ideas into the physical world. Our ideal candidate is highly skilled, self-driven, detail-oriented, and has demonstrated success working collaboratively towards a common goal with proven results. If you are ready to accelerate yourself, those around you, and Tesla Energy to new levels, apply today.

Responsibilities:
Perform hands-on fabrication and welding (MIG, TIG, ARC) of steel, aluminum, and stainless-steel components; utilize fabrication equipment such as bandsaws, lathes, drill presses, plasma cutters, and hydraulic press brakes to build, finish, and paint racks, fixtures, and production tooling
Design, CAD & Prototyping: Utilize 3D CAD/CAM software (Catia V5/6, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Mastercam) and 3D printing technologies (FDM, SLA, SLS) to review technical drawings, validate mechanical fixtures, and execute rapid prototyping while providing feedback on manufacturability and ergonomics
Interpret Bill of Materials (BOM) breakdowns to coordinate material ordering, manage raw material inventory and scrap control, and execute the mechanical assembly of custom dollies, carts, and racks ensuring structural integrity and quality fit
Provide real-time support with factory systems (WARP, MFS, MOS) to ensure accuracy in material flow routing, labeling, and transaction history, while validating system integrity during production trials. Support PC-Change with cutover management
Process Optimization & Lean Implementation: Apply lean manufacturing practices (5S, JIT, Kanban) to configure lineside setups and improve workflow efficiency; support PC-Change cutover management and prepare diagrams to illustrate routing, layouts, and equipment utilization
Proficiently operate forklifts, scissor lifts, EPJs, and flatbeds to support material handling and facility updates, while maintaining strict adherence to safety requirements during all machining, welding, and operational activities
Provide support to Engineering / Operations / Inventory control / Production / Quality / Logistics / NPI in all formats dependent on business need and maturity

Requirements:
Technical certificate or welding/fabrication training preferred
2+ years of fabrication, welding, or mechanical assembly experience in a manufacturing or shop environment
Proficiency with MIG/TIG welding and familiarity with fabrication equipment such as drill presses, grinders, and saws
Ability to read technical drawings, follow BOMs, and adhere to quality specifications
Strong attention to detail and safety in execution of fabrication work
Ability to manage time effectively and complete multiple jobs in parallel
Strong communication and collaboration skills for working closely with engineering and production teams

Essential Physical Demands
Able to perform physical work for extended periods of times, up to 12 hours per day
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/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/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, bump caps, arm protection, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidel

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