Engineering Technician, Equipment, Cell Engineering Tesla Motors, Inc. 21.96
86 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, Colorado, Louisville May 06, 2026
What to Expect Tesla is accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy, and we're looking for a dedicated Equipment Engineering Technician to join our Cell Engineering team in Louisville, Colorado. In this role, you will ensure maximum uptime and reliability of next-generation battery cell pilot production and R D equipment. You'll be hands-on in building, debugging, commissioning, maintaining, and repairing complex mechanical, electrical, automation, and robotics systems in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This position is ideal for someone passionate about rapid problem-solving, equipment ownership, and contributing directly to Tesla's battery technology scale-up. What You'll Do
Build, install, commission, maintain, and repair mechanical and electrical systems on state-of-the-art cell manufacturing equipment
Troubleshoot complex issues using root cause analysis and drive effective recovery from machine breakdowns
Perform hands-on work with automation, robotics, fixtures, and tooling
Collaborate closely with engineers to optimize equipment performance, reliability, and throughput
Document maintenance activities, issues, and improvements clearly
Work in a dynamic environment that includes tight spaces, extended standing, and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs. What You'll Bring
Degree in Engineering or equivalent hands-on technical experience
Proven experience maintaining and repairing mechanical and electrical systems in a manufacturing or industrial setting
Strong familiarity with mechanical mechanisms, automation equipment, and troubleshooting
Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and basic electrical work
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in a fast-paced environment
Excellent problem-solving skills and comfort working under tight deadlines
Strong communication and collaboration skills 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: Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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
Engineering Tech I
- $21.96
- $32.94/hour
Engineering Tech II
- $25.92
- $38.88/hour
Engineering Tech III
- $30.24
- $45.36/hour
Engineering Tech IV
- $33.84
- $50.76/hour
Engineering Tech V
- $39.24
- $58.
86/hour
+ cash and stock awards + benefits for all levels 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. We will accept applications for this job until May 11, 2026, after which this posting will be removed.
