What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Technician, Passive Safety Sled Testing position at Tesla?
What To Expect
The Passive Safety Crash & Sled Test team is responsible for executing, analyzing, and reporting on crash and sled tests within required program timelines, primarily focusing on vehicle development, regulatory certification, and consumer protection crash testing. Team consists of Test Engineers and Engineering Technicians, specializing in Vehicle & Mechanical prep, Instrumentation & ATD (Anthropomorphic Test Devices, or crash test dummies), and Imaging.
What You'll Do
This position will work to prepare sled bucks and test samples for sled testing, execute testing, teardown of tests, & analyzing results from the testing Retrofit and rebuild test samples as required Complete seat and test dummy positioning procedures using a Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) Use sensors, operate data acquisition systems, and set up still and high-speed cameras to record required test data Thoroughly document test setup details and test incidents Install and remove sled test fixtures, lab equipment, and ballast weights, as required Diagnose test equipment malfunctions and repairs by applying knowledge of shop mechanics using gauges, meters, hand tools, and power tools Order/pick-up parts and equipment as required Perform timely 5s duties and maintain organized laboratory at all times Always operate and maintain a safe working environment for all employees
What You'll Bring
Wide variety of experience diagnosing, repairing, and replacing components on passenger vehicles. Tesla vehicle experience preferred Experienced in operating a wide variety of tools and shop equipment, for servicing vehicles and lab equipment. Basic fabrication and/or machine shop skills preferred Ability to use computers effectively for test setup, communication, reporting (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, JIRA, Polyworks and Tesla-specific software) Ability to communicate effectively and follow oral and written instructions A go-getter attitude and the desire to do things right at all times Ability to maintain an organized and clean laboratory work environment. Adhere to and enforce 5S standards across the team Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet deadlines Maintain top level professional integrity and appearance as a test technician A minimum of 1 year working in a test laboratory, or educational equivalent is preferred Must be able to work assigned hours as required to meet testing needs which may include overtime and weekends
Benefits
Compensation and 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
Expected Compensation
$24.40 - $50.40/hour cash and stock awards benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
The Passive Safety Crash & Sled Test team is responsible for executing, analyzing, and reporting on crash and sled tests within required program timelines, primarily focusing on vehicle development, regulatory certification, and consumer protection crash testing. Team consists of Test Engineers and Engineering Technicians, specializing in Vehicle & Mechanical prep, Instrumentation & ATD (Anthropomorphic Test Devices, or crash test dummies), and Imaging.
What You'll Do
Compensation and Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
$24.40 - $50.40/hour cash and stock awards benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Salary : $24 - $50