What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineering Technician position at Tesla Motors, Inc.?
In this role you will assist with product sample preparation and test, support engineering, execute test plans, and support regulatory body audits. Support the development and realization of automated test systems and manage test assets. Install and setup test samples and infrastructure (equipment).
You'll be required to work on extra-low voltage, low voltage and high voltage systems both within the Tesla Laboratory and external testing facilities. Operate within ISO 17025 quality management system procedures and ensure the smooth running of the laboratory operations including the purchasing of consumables, equipment operation, and running of samples.
A high degree of integrity and ethics are required for this regulatory role.
What You'll Do
- Prepare and instrument test samples, execute tests, record, and analyze results on power electronics and battery storage systems
- Read drawings (3D CAD and 2D) and electrical schematics
- Assist with testing at in-house and local contract laboratories
- Support the debug of products and sub-systems
- Support the build and test of automated test equipment and peripherals
- Rework prototypes and printed circuit board assemblies
- Carry out duties as defined by the Test Plan and engineers
- Contribute to equipment (Data Acquisition System, mechanical fixtures, electrical controls and power distribution) installation, set-up/teardown, building/debugging, mechanical and harness builds
- Operate tests using control systems, test instruments, environmental chambers for thermal/humidity, vibration, and related equipment
What You'll Bring
- 2 years of experience in an engineering development environment
- Associate's Degree in Electronics Technology, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience (preferred)
- Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals (electronics/electrical wiring, mechanical installations)
- Strong soldering, electronics fabrication/prototyping, mechanical fabrication/prototyping skills, and wire harness skills
- High Voltage/Power Electronics experience (preferred)
- NEC NFPA 70 experience, previous lab environment
- Experience with sensors (ex. Thermocouples, flow sensors) and DAQs for collecting data
- Experience with common Microsoft office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills, and troubleshooting skills
- Multi-tasking skills, with the ability to self-prioritize
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
- Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.