Engineering Technician, Interiors

Engineering Technician, Interiors

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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 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: set up, perform inspections, conduct maintenance, and retrofits.
• Document and report issues identified during tests or inspections.
• Collaborate with engineers to resolve mechanical & electrical issues discovered.
• Collect 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 Ohm's law.
• Analytical problem‑solving skills.
• Basic experience with MS Office tools (Outlook/Excel/Word).
• Working principles 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.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans – 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction.
• Family‑building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits.
• Dental and vision plans (both options with a $0 paycheck contribution).
• Company‑paid HSA contribution when enrolled in the high‑deductible Aetna plan.
• Healthcare and dependent‑care FSAs.
• 401(k) with employer match, ESOP and other financial benefits.
• Company‑paid 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.
• Backup childcare and parenting support resources.
• Voluntary benefits (critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, pet insurance).
• Weight loss and tobacco cessation programs.
• Tesla Babies program.
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee discounts and perks program.

$28.80 – $50.40 per hour + cash and stock awards + benefits.

Pay offered may vary based on location and experience. Total compensation may include additional elements. Details of participation in benefit plans will be provided upon offer.