Manufacturing Engineering Technician, Automation Development

Engineering TechnicianThe manufacturing automation development engineering team is looking for a highly motivated engineering technician to build, troubleshoot, and improve custom automation projects at Tesla's world-class manufacturing facilities. The engineering technician works closely with engineering teams and plays a key role in reducing cost, increasing capacity, and delivering quality manufacturing equipment for Tesla's cutting-edge products. This is an exciting opportunity to build a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility right here in Lathrop, California. Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will work on a critical subsystem of an incredibly exciting product.
Additionally, this role will routinely work with senior technicians, providing ample opportunities for personal and technical growth. The engineering technician team works together to land automation projects and to keep our development spaces organized, well-stocked, and tooled for the job.
The ideal candidate takes pride in their hands-on work, craftsmanship, organizational skills, and attention to detail. Tesla is an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed, and rewarded and where individuals carry tremendous responsibility. The ideal candidate looks forward to learning an incredible amount on the job, but also provides guidance to more junior peers while operating efficiently with minimal guidance.
ResponsibilitiesAssembly of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic manufacturing equipmentAssembly of prototype equipment for engineering research and developmentRigging, locating, alignment, and leveling of equipment according to engineering layoutsExecute technician tasks independently after initial instruction, sometimes at remote locationsCollaborate with other technician teams, providing instructions and verifying craftsmanshipDirect interaction with cross-functional engineer teams, escalating issues and suggesting solutionsRequirementsExperience assembling equipment from mechanical engineering drawingsProficient in reading electrical schematics and wiring electrical control panelsExperience installing, wiring, and plumbing common manufacturing devicesWorking knowledge of DC/AC electrical systemsHands-on machining experience including mills, lathes, saws, grinders, etc.
Experience rigging, driving forklift, driving scissor lifts, and using pallet jacksAble to work under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlinesExemplary verbal and written communication skills with meticulous attention to detailCompensation & BenefitsBenefitsAlong 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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&DShort-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)Employee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programEarned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)Expected Compensation$21.96
- $58.86/hour + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.