Engineering Technician, Sensors

What to Expect

Tesla cars are not complete without the suite of sensors deployed - TPMS, HVAC, Navigation/Localization, and Radar to name a few. Sensing team is seeking a test technician to support testing, characterization and validation of multiple sensors across all vehicle platforms - model S/X, 3Y, Next-gen vehicles etc. The successful candidate will be trained by Tesla engineers to execute step-by-step instructions to perform various tests in the vehicle or in the laboratory environment.

You will work closely with cross‑functional teams and support them to achieve accurate and repeatable data collection. A detail‑oriented mind set is a must to achieve best‑in‑class results. This technician should be flexible and driven to achieve tasks in a start‑up company environment.

• Support vehicle preparation, tear-down, and test execution, by working closely with the design and hardware teams
• Support Electrical hardware teams with board reworks and harness construction as dictated by priorities
• Following instructions to execute a SW program to generate and save performance characterization data for different pedigree of hardware
• Following instructions to run Python or Matlab scripts and navigate folder structure through terminal interface
• Systematically collate and organize the test results in PowerPoint or Excel using basic Windows File Explorer skills
• Communicate with firmware and hardware engineers to achieve test targets

• Willing and able to learn step‑by‑step instructions to perform different tests
• Detailed oriented mentality is a must to follow testing procedures accurately
• Willing to go beyond comfort zone and eager to learn new technologies and skill sets
• Valid driving license required
• Work from Palo Alto and/or Fremont Tesla sites
• Testing background is a plus

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

$24.40 - $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.