Engineering Technician, Homologation & Range Testing (Night Shift)

Tesla•Fremont, CA

7d•$24 - $50

About The Position

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to accelerate our vehicle-level homologation test activities, with focus on energy consumption and range tests on vehicle dynamometers. The Engineering Technician will help drive Tesla’s vehicle testing programs by applying knowledge of Tesla vehicle systems and diagnostics to prepare, configure, and diagnose vehicles in preparation for, and during, testing. The role requires someone highly organized and confident in their ability to manage projects along a very fluid schedule. This full-time role requires the flexibility of traveling (up to 20%) to various domestic and international destinations and to test vehicles on public roads and proving grounds as needed. Prepare prototype and production vehicles for testing, including part changes, alignments, vehicle diagnostics and instrumentation installation Diagnose issues that arise during testing by supporting both on & off-site test trips Operate chassis dynamometers and drive several traces while diligently following provided checklists Design and build new instrumentation or test equipment as needed Work with internal and external test labs and proving grounds during test activities Document results of testing and communicate issues found to the test owners Build and follow process for the teams, document potential issues and improvements Work efficiently within a multidisciplinary cooperative environment on prototype, pre-production, and production vehicles

Requirements

Critical thinking skills to work without instruction manuals or workbooks
Maintain a high knowledge level of high voltage, low voltage, and general electrical vehicle systems
5+ years of technician or mechanic work experience in the automotive industry. Electric or hybrid vehicle experience preferred
Experience as an Engineering, Service or Manufacturing Technician
Valid driver license required
Strong automotive electrical understanding
High Voltage electrical knowledge and training
Minor fabrication experience
In-depth knowledge of Tesla vehicle systems, both in terms of operation and diagnostics
Excellent attention to detail, and prior experience documenting issues or builds is preferred
Willing to work overtime, weekends, as needed
Experience with chassis dynamometer testing preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare prototype and production vehicles for testing, including part changes, alignments, vehicle diagnostics and instrumentation installation
Diagnose issues that arise during testing by supporting both on & off-site test trips
Operate chassis dynamometers and drive several traces while diligently following provided checklists
Design and build new instrumentation or test equipment as needed
Work with internal and external test labs and proving grounds during test activities
Document results of testing and communicate issues found to the test owners
Build and follow process for the teams, document potential issues and improvements
Work efficiently within a multidisciplinary cooperative environment on prototype, pre-production, and production vehicles

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