Engineering Technician, Hardware Validation & Testing, Optimus Tesla Motors, Inc. 24.40 - 56.40 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Palo Alto Jul 31, 2026
What to Expect Our aggressive product requirements demand architectures with state-of-the-art performance. Working at Tesla is fast-paced and incredibly exciting, and being passionate and self-motivated to push boundaries is critical. You will work with Engineering groups across various disciplines, alongside seasoned industry experts,high-aptituderecent graduates, and people from every stage in between. In this role, you will work as a member of Tesla's Optimus Test Team and support the component, sub-system and system level testing of Tesla's Optimus Bot. As a test technician, you will work closely with reliability and test engineers in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment to assemble test fixtures, conduct material, performance, and reliability testing, and collect data. As a successful candidate, you have strong mechanical or electrical hands-on skills and are able to work effectively and independently. What You'll Do
Build, assemble, and refine test fixtures and equipment, both new and existing, ensuring functionality and precision
Document all aspects of the testing process, including pre-test inspections, checkpoints, teardown, and modify/help develop SOPs
Communicate effectively, raise technical questions, and challenge existing methods to find the best possible solutions
Support the organization and improvement of the team's lab space, adapting to the evolving needs of the program
Fabricate wire harnesses, solder components, create aluminum extrusion fixtures, wire power supplies, and rework machined fixtures as needed
Use Python to interface with test setups, running and adjust scripts to meet specific testing needs
Instrument, assemble, and test engineering prototypes, gathering data to validate systems and ensure their proper functionality
Enforce and adhere to lab safety protocols, always ensuring a safe and organized work environment What You'll Bring
2+ years of experience in mechanical, electrical, or materials testing
Proficiency in using a wide range of hand tools, power tools, and lab equipment safely
Hands-on experience in test setup and execution, with the ability to troubleshoot and solve problems effectively
Expertise in data collection and reporting using software such as MS Excel
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach to gaining and sharing knowledge
Familiarity with environmental stress testing or automated test systems is a plus
A positive, solution-oriented attitude, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and rapidly shift focus
A strong sense of ownership, responsibility, and accountability for your work
A high level of commitment to safety practices and procedures 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
$24.40 - $56.40/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.