Engineering Technician, Interiors

What to Expect

Engineering team is looking for highly motivated entry level Engineering Technicians to support accelerated product durability testing. This role is very hands‑on;
Technicians personally assemble and disassemble vehicle components (e.g., door trim, center consoles, car interior trim pieces, Instrument panel trim pieces), build test fixtures, and execute tests. A successful candidate for this role must have a passion to learn and develop new skills. All team members collaborate to develop and implement effective solutions quickly. Flexible scheduling may be accommodated.

• Execute tests: setup, perform inspections, conduct maintenance, and retrofits
• Document and report issues identified during tests or inspections
• Collaborate with engineers to resolve mechanical & electrical issues discovered
• Collecting pre test and post test data on components that go through thermal cycling
• Support Engineers in instrumentation and data acquisition
• Assist and learn from other technicians and engineers
• Assemble & wire test fixtures

• Desire for professional development
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills (ability to read wiring diagrams)
• Use of basic hand tools and some power tools - experience with fabrication equipment (drills, band saw)
• Ability to use basic measurement tools such as caliper, and digital multimeter - understanding of Ohms law
• Analytical problem‑solving skills
• Basic experience with MS office tools (Outlook/Excel/Word)
• Working principals of common thermal components - operation, testing and characterization
• Experience using standard lab and test equipment like power supplies, and cameras for photo documentation
• Ability to adapt to quick project/task changes
• Lift up to 50 lbs.

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)
• 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

$28.80 - $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.