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Tesla
Process Technician, Wire Harness, Megafactory
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What they do
An Electrical Engineering Technician helps engineers design and develop electrical and electronic equipment. Assists with diagrams and specifications for design, construction of product prototypes, testing and calibration, technical problem solving, equipment repair and maintenance.
$70,338 / year median in Texas
+12% projected growth
Job Description
What to Expect Tesla is seeking a skilled Wire Harness Technician to support production assembly of high-reliability wire harnesses and discrete wire assemblies. This role requires hands-on expertise in interconnect systems, connectors, soldering, schematic interpretation, and troubleshooting to deliver quality assemblies that meet engineering and reliability standards. What You'll Do Display a positive attitude and practice a strong work ethic that reflects the mission, philosophy, and goals of Tesla Assemble, inspect, and process discrete wire assemblies, wire interconnects, and connectors in accordance with drawings, schematics, BOMs, and work instructions in a production environment Install and operate data acquisition equipment and other instrumentation to support accurate test setup and wiring Interpret connector pin-outs, electrical schematics, and CAD drawings to support accurate test setup, wiring, and issue diagnosis Record, analyze, and document test data; report issues found during troubleshooting and work closely with Process, Product, and Design Engineering for feedback and resolution Perform electrical troubleshooting on interconnect setups, wiring, connectors, and related systems using diagnostic tools, multimeters, testers, visual inspection, and schematics Support the development of troubleshooting plans and methods to ensure reliability, structural, and engineering targets are met, while assisting with additional projects as business needs evolve What You'll Bring Proven hands-on experience assembling discrete wire harnesses, interconnects, and connectors in a production setting, including soldering of wires, terminals, and through-hole/SMT components; prior experience in automotive, aerospace, or high-volume electronics manufacturing environments is strongly preferred Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, connector pin-outs, wiring diagrams, and CAD drawings, with familiarity with basic CAD viewing tools Demonstrated troubleshooting skills for wiring, connector, and harness issues using multimeters, testers, and visual inspection Knowledge of or certification in
IPC J-STD
standards (e.g., IPC-J-STD-001 for soldering) and/orIPC/WHMA-A-620
for cable and wire harness assemblies is preferred Familiarity with production documentation, quality systems, and lean manufacturing principles Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, follow documented procedures, meet production rates, and maintain quality, safety, and ESD standards Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering and production teams to support continuous improvement 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.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)