Manufacturing Test & Equipment Engineering Technician Tesla Motors, Inc. 28.80 - 56.40 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Palo Alto Jul 11, 2026
What to Expect
Join Tesla in creating robust, beautiful, data-centric automated machines. As a Manufacturing Test & Equipment Engineering Technician, you will work alongside engineers to develop testing equipment for batteries and power electronics components in our vehicles, and energy products. This team specifically develops custom, high-power, automated testing equipment for our production lines around the world. What You'll Do
Perform electro-mechanical tasks (Electrical/control panel wiring, frame/fixture assemble, bench test setup)
Work from complex and detailed manufacturing documentation, drawings, and/or verbal and written instructions and specialized fixtures/test equipment
Aide in troubleshooting mechanical & electrical
Participate in initial equipment conceptual development
Stay organized, interacting with cross-functional teams and working on multiple projects simultaneously
Inventory management and package pickup
Support deployment of testing equipment at Tesla facilities and contract manufacturers What You'll Bring
4+ years hands-on experience building/wiring up various hardware
Exposure to a variety of mechanical systems, production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment
Ability to follow mechanical drawing and electrical schematic
Ability to lift 20-40 lbs. on a daily basis and to maintain a safe working environment
Experience with using test equipment (DMM, Oscilloscope, Variable DC power supplies, etc.)
Experience with pneumatic and fluid systems
Must be comfortable around High Voltage
Must be able to solder and crimp both large and small components and use basic shop tools (drill press, band saw, etc.)
Experience with cable management and wire routing is a plus and knowledge of UL 508A and NFPA 79 standards are a plus
Travel (Domestic and International) 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
$28.80 - $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.