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Mechanical Engineering Technician, Low Voltage

Tesla
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/28/2026 CLOSED ON 6/8/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineering Technician, Low Voltage position at Tesla?

What To Expect
The Low Voltage Hardware Validation Test team is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineering Technician to support multi-program test development, execution, documentation, and root cause analysis. In this role, you will contribute to all aspects of testing, including electrical instrumentation, mechanical fixture design and assembly, and complex mechanical test setups.

What You'll Do

  • Collaborate with engineers to validate test components for multi-program initiatives through mechanical, electrical, and ingress testing
  • Design, build, and dismantle mechanical fixtures, often using T-slotted aluminum extrusion
  • Design, build, debug, rework, and dismantle complex mechanical testers
  • Analyze test data, identify trends, and predict potential failures
  • Drive design changes based on test results by partnering with design engineers and test engineers
  • Operate tests using environmental chambers for thermal/humidity, vibration, and related equipment
  • Launch test software and assist in triaging test failures


  • What You'll Bring

  • Familiarity with strain gauges, leak testers, pumping systems (including safe installation, maintenance, and operation), micro-ohm meters, vibration tables, shock towers, and thermal chambers (covering temperature, relative humidity, and condensation)
  • Experience building custom harnesses, including signal and power cables ranging from 22 gauge to 0 gauge
  • Ability to manage multiple test priorities and communicate proactively
  • Proficiency in using a Digital Multimeter (DMM) to measure voltage and resistance, with strong problem-solving skills for diagnosing and resolving issues


  • 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.

    Salary : $24 - $50

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