Data Collection Operator, Optimus

Tesla•Palo Alto, CA

1d•$25 - $35

About The Position

Tesla is looking for highly motivated and adaptive individuals to support Tesla’s data collection team. The primary objectives of this role are to collect data, assist with engineering requests, and report equipment feedback. The successful candidate for this position must be able to make data driven decisions and be comfortable working in a dynamic & fast paced work environment. We are looking for someone with enthusiasm for the field of robotics and a strong desire to contribute to the development of Optimus.

Requirements

Height between 5'7" and 6' as role requires the use of motion capture suits
Ability to wear and operate a motion capture suit and VR headset for extended periods of time. Note that the use of VR headsets or working in a virtual environment can be disorienting and uncomfortable for some people, which can result in VR sickness symptoms. Experience using VR equipment a plus
Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation, body coordination, and kinesthetic awareness and ability to walk up/downstairs
Must have the ability to stand, sit, walk, stoop, bend, reach, crouch, and twist throughout the day
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time and daily regional driving
Ability to work a flexible schedule: day/night shift and 1 weekend day + overtime when needed

Nice To Haves

Experience using VR equipment a plus

Responsibilities

Walk a pre-determined test route daily for data collection
Wear a motion capture suit and Virtual Reality headset while performing designated movements and actions based on project requirements
Start/stop recording devices and perform minor equipment and software debugging
Provide feedback on the performance of the equipment
Analyze and report on data collected during shift
Upload data collected and write daily reports detailing observations and issues
Ensure assigned equipment is in proper and safe working condition and safely transported to various collection sites
Communicate with leadership when issues arise that need addressing in a timely manner
Must be able to walk 7+ hours a day while carrying up to 30 lbs. of various types of equipment

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