Materials Test Technician

Tesla•Fremont, CA

6d•$24 - $50

About The Position

The candidate will work as a member of Tesla’s Materials Engineering Test Team to support material level test and development activities. The role includes overseeing a wide variety of tests and associated test equipment, ranging from simple scratch testing devices to large mechanical test equipment and environmental chambers. Depending on the applicant under consideration, the position will be based in one of the three Materials Engineering Test Labs located in Fremont (California, USA), Shanghai (CN) or Berlin (DE) Perform a wide variety of tests on a broad spectrum of materials: mechanical and fastener testing, environmental testing, material characterization, and sample fabrication Conduct testing in an extremely fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Interface with a broad spectrum of internal customers to coordinate sample preparation, test updates and observations Independently complete materials tests and generate reports or summaries of findings Management of laboratory assets, ensuring all equipment is maintained, calibrated, and serviced Develop, author, and ensure conformance to laboratory standard operating procedures Support engineering staff in the root cause analysis of test failures and development of new test methods Support management in the procurement, purchase, and installation of new equipment

Requirements

Practical knowledge and working experience within a materials test lab or similar, including basic understanding of diverse types of materials
Familiarity with materials-centric test standards (e.g., ASTM, ISO, SAE)
Experience working with hazardous materials, with a willingness to exhibit and promote health and safety across the team
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to establish effective working relationships
An ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and manage time independently; must maintain top level professional integrity and appearance throughout

Nice To Haves

Experience operating and maintaining materials test equipment and/or environmental chambers is preferred.
Experience working with hand tools, sample preparation equipment and CAD software is a plus

Responsibilities

Perform a wide variety of tests on a broad spectrum of materials: mechanical and fastener testing, environmental testing, material characterization, and sample fabrication
Conduct testing in an extremely fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Interface with a broad spectrum of internal customers to coordinate sample preparation, test updates and observations
Independently complete materials tests and generate reports or summaries of findings
Management of laboratory assets, ensuring all equipment is maintained, calibrated, and serviced
Develop, author, and ensure conformance to laboratory standard operating procedures
Support engineering staff in the root cause analysis of test failures and development of new test methods
Support management in the procurement, purchase, and installation of new equipment

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