Engineering Technician, Semi Commercial Testing

What to Expect This position will work as a member of Tesla's Engineering Test Team to support Semi commercial vehicle level testing for Reliability and Durability tests performed in-house and at external test labs. The primary responsibility of this role is to collaborate directly with engineering teams in executing vehicle level tests at various proving grounds. The successful candidate for this position must have a broad background in automotive maintenance and testing. This position will be eventually moving to New Carlisle, Indiana. Must be OK with relocation. What You'll Do Collaborate with test engineers & technicians in vehicle test execution including, but not limited to, test setup, inspections, diagnosis, part retrofits and driving Communicate directly to various engineering teams in status updates and problem solving using various methods (e.g. Email, MS Teams, JIRA) Support various teams within the engineering organization where priorities is required General shop maintenance & upkeep Maintain a clean and organized work environment

Time Management:

Independently manage your time to successfully complete parallel assignments, ensuring efficient use of resources and meeting project deadlines What You'll Bring 5+ years in automotive service industry with Technical/automotive ASE (or equivalent) certification Advanced diagnosing capabilities on electric/hybrid vehicles, NVH, low/high voltage, CAN communication, and use of meters, oscilloscopes, and hi-pot Ability to lift 50lbs. In-depth understanding of full vehicle systems: Chassis, Suspension, Powertrain, Low/High voltage electronics, Closures, Air conditioning, and Body controls Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint) and Tesla systems (e.g., Jira) for communication and reporting Ability to prioritize tasks under tight deadlines and maintain strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills and flexibility to work long hours/weekends as required 15% U.S. travel commitment and ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) if not already held

Preferred:

3+ years of engineering prototype/product validation experience, experience with vehicle/controller firmware development and diagnosis

Preferred:

Basic fabrication skills (bandsaws, drill press, mig/tig welding) and instrumentation knowledge (accelerometers, thermocouples, strain gauges) 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 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. Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.