Manufacturing Technician, Gear Lab

Tesla•Fremont, CA

2d•$28 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

Tesla’s Bay Area Prototype Machine Shop is currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Manufacturing Technician to join the team and contribute to Tesla’s mission. The Prototype Machine Shop Team provides engineers and technicians across the organization with complex and critical machined components and assemblies to meet the most aggressive program objectives. Through close collaboration with a world-class team of fellow machinists, fabricators, engineers, and leadership, we enhance the design of systems and products from concept through production by bringing intangible ideas to the physical world. We contribute to a range of projects from concept and pre-production vehicles, energy systems, artificial intelligence, robotics, and other future-facing initiatives. As a Gear Manufacturing Technician on the Prototype Team, you will be a key contributor in our Gear Lab initiative. This specialized team works with Tesla’s outstanding Drive Systems and Materials Engineering teams to produce the world’s best electric propulsion systems. If you are looking for a challenge and growth in your career, this is an exciting opportunity to push yourself to new heights while supporting innovative engineering initiatives using cutting edge tools, machines, and software.

Requirements

5+ years of machine shop experience or demonstration of exceptional capability
3+ years of gear manufacturing experience or demonstration of exceptional capability
Proficiency with basic shop equipment, machines, and measurement tools (forklift, manual mill, engine lathe, hand tools, calipers, micrometers, gauge pins, bore-micrometers, optical comparator, etc.)
Thorough knowledge and understanding of engineering drawings, documents, and GD&T
Ability to efficiently set up and operate multiple work-centers simultaneously
Excellent communication skills with ability to develop and present technical information through verbal, email, text, phone, Microsoft Office suite, and other digital communication platforms
Self-driven with positive energy, attitude, and eagerness to learn and grow
Excellent mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, analytical skills, and time management
Ability to work efficiently and effectively both independently and as a team with minimal supervision
Flexibility - ability to work overtime on short notice based on strategic needs of the company

Responsibilities

Execute established workflows to produce prototype gears on various equipment
Efficiently set up and operate CNC gear grinder, multi-axis lathes, vacuum carburizing furnace, GMM measurement machine, and other peripheral equipment in a low-volume / high-mix workflow
Collaborate with engineers and machinists to review, plan, and execute work based on project requirements
Cut materials, build tooling, set fixtures, prove and run programs at the machine, deburr and finish parts, measure and validate parts meet engineering specifications
Process and machine complex gears to tight tolerances in various materials with tight deadlines
Proactively track, document, and provide direct feedback with clear communication to management, engineers, and machinists on design, process, project status, and outcomes with meticulous detail
Identify, present, plan, and implement simple process and shop improvements
Maintain shop equipment and keep your workplace clean and organized
Perform all assignments in a safe manner while adhering to security policies

Benefits

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