Equipment Engineering Technician

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What to Expect

As a Tesla Equipment Engineering Technician will demonstrate the ability to understand and troubleshoot equipment and processes related to manual, mechanical, and electro-mechanical systems. The candidate will take directives from Equipment Maintenance-Engineering and collaborate with all cross-functional Manufacturing and Production Operations to have a technical understanding of process-procedures, equipment, and tools, all while keeping equipment and product quality and safety as the highest priority. The individual must be able to comprehend and execute tasks related to new product launches and aging line sustainment processes in a fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do

• Display a positive attitude and standardized work practices with strong work ethic that reflects the mission, philosophy, and goals of Tesla
• Work with Equipment Maintenance and engineering teams in troubleshooting breakdowns and critical equipment failures; diagnose, test, and repair components, circuits, assemblies, and full systems as required
• Work with Engineers to modify, improve, update, sustain, and integrate new and current manufacturing equipment, in line with direction of value-added activities and priorities
• Independently install hardware, fixtures, jigs, and other various mechanical equipment using electrical and mechanical drawings
• Fabricate mounting brackets, adapters, or weldments with common to advanced machine shop power tools – machining, fabrication, or welding backgrounds highly desired
• Update, improve, or create electrical, mechanical, or pneumatic diagrams from new, or existing equipment using current drafting and GD&T knowledge – experience using CAD/CAM, AutoCAD, CATIA, NX, SolidWorks or other CAD system is highly desired
• Identify and drive continuous improvement and cost reduction programs
• Maintain tool and spare part BOMs and ensure proper part availability
• Formulate and update Preventative Maintenance documentation
• Support the development of new and updated manufacturing instructions
• Read electronic schematics, mechanical drawings, or work from written/verbal instructions using little or no formally released documentation to provide troubleshooting support to production and develop tooling or test equipment
• Navigate computer systems and software necessary to perform test using programs such as Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel. LabView, Python, MySQL, Solidworks, CATIA, Altium, JIRA, Flux a plus
• Collaborate with various teams and engineers by providing detailed reports and observations
• Support various teams and engineers to improve quality, yield, and throughput of product
• Support other projects as needed by management as business needs change

What You’ll Bring

• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint & Word
• Able to interpret process flow diagrams and engineering drawings (Mechanical & Electrical)
• Familiar and comfortable with hand tools and some power tools. Knowledge of machine shop practices a plus
• Experience with benchtop electronics equipment: DMM, Oscilloscope, Voltage Supplies a plus
• Familiarity with various PLC Logic suites and programming, Solidworks or equivalent modeling software, SQL, MySQL, EPlan a plus
• Self-managed and committed to working in a fast-paced environment as an individual or with a team; able to manage multiple tasks with sensitive time frames or quickly shift focus due to company dynamics and directives
• Ability to lift-up to 50 pounds as needed and/or stand/walk on feet for long durations
• Bachelors, Associates or Certifications in engineering, engineering technology, and/or demonstrated equivalence in work experience associated with the role
• Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

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

$18.00 – $50.00/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.

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.

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