Engineering Technician, Vehicle Engineering Power ElectronicsJob Category | Engineering & Information Technology |
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Location | Palo Alto, California |
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Req. ID | 101283 |
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Job Type | Full-time |
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What to ExpectSupport engineering groups while working within the research and development of power electronics systems, including fabricating test setups, fixtures, cable harnesses, troubleshooting electromechanical issues in a high voltage lab environment.
What You'll Do- Read electronic schematics, mechanical drawings and plumbing diagrams or work from written / verbal instructions using little or no formally released documentation.
- Familiar with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, signal generators, power supplies and other standard EE lab equipment.
- Experience building, operating and troubleshooting electromechanical assemblies
- Familiar and comfortable with hand tools and some power tools. Knowledge of machine shop practices a plus.
- Machine shop experience, knee mill, lathe, drill press, vertical and horizontal band saw, bench grinder.
- Construct, test and repair prototype devices under test.
- Troubleshoot various systems using documentation, instrumentation and input from engineer.
- Experience building high current, high voltage test fixtures and knowledge of high voltage safety.
- Fabricate cable harnesses, familiar with various connector types and crimp tools, automotive a plus.
- Familiarity in fabrication with aluminum t-slot extrusion medium
- Navigate computer systems and software necessary to perform test using programs such as Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel. LabView, Python, MySQL, Solidworks, CATIA, Altium, JIRA a plus.
- CNC programming and operation experience a plus.
- PCBA rework and soldering a plus.
- Knowledge of plumbing, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
What You'll Bring- Associate degree or equivalent experience.
- Research and Development lab experience.
- Strong skills in problem solving, communication, personal effectiveness, quality and common sense, team player, organization, task management.
- Self-starter, motivated person.
- Ability to regularly lift 40 lbs.
Compensation and BenefitsBenefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- LGBTQ+ care concierge services
- 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
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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
$24.00 - $65.00/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.
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