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Job Description
Material Lab Technician (Night Shift) Tesla Motors, Inc. paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, Nevada, Sparks 1 Electric Avenue (Show on map) May 19, 2026
What to Expect
Tesla is looking for a Laboratory Technician toassistin routine quality testing, material and chemical sample preparation, and failure analysis processes for vehicle manufacturing.
The environmentutilizesmultiple testing techniques from spectroscopy to mechanical testing. What You'll Do
Conduct quality and failure analysis testing in collaboration with Materials Engineers and Test Technicians in a 24/7 quality laboratory environment
Perform routine testing of Drive Unit and Battery Module materials, including visual inspections, dimensional measurements, tensile and shear strength tests, and particulate contamination analysis
Assist senior lab staff with failure analysis investigations, including interpreting test data and generating comprehensive test reports
Contribute to the enhancement of laboratory practices and procedures by providing actionable feedback and maintaining inventory of consumable supplies
Conduct preventative maintenance on equipment and utilize machine shop experience and ASTM standards knowledge when applicable
Uphold the company's mission, vision, values, and goals in all laboratory activities and professional responsibilities What You'll Bring
1+ year experience working in a quality environment
Able to work both independently and in a collaborative project-focused environment, prompt and dependable
Comfortable working with chemicals and hazardous materials like battery cells
Some manual tasks required like operating some heavy equipment such as a pallet jack and a band saw
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Experience with microscopic evaluation using a Keyence (optical) or XRF (XRay) or SEM (Electron) is preferred
Experience conducting mechanical tests using an Instron is preferred 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