Process Technician, Power Electronics, Powertrain Tesla Motors, Inc. paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, Nevada, Sparks 1 Electric Avenue (Show on map) Sep 25, 2026

What to Expect

The Process Technician performs process-sustaining tasks for the manufacturing line, involving a variety of mechanical and chemical processes. These tasks include responding to out-of-control processes, working on yield improvement projects, handling special case non-conforming materials from the manufacturing line, and qualifying new equipment and processes introduced into the manufacturing line. Additionally, the technician conducts supporting activities for engineering and manufacturing, such as 5S and Lean manufacturing initiatives, yield improvement, scrap reduction, production line configuration, and implementation of safety procedures. What You'll Do

Support Engineering and Manufacturing by improving and updating manufacturing instructions, including rework procedures, and maintaining current qualification schedules

Train associates on new or revised manufacturing instructions

Provide daily coverage of production line processes to ensure smooth operations, with a rapid response to out-of-control processes for cost minimization and productivity maximization

Investigate and implement countermeasures to improve process Cpk and product yield

Execute experiments and analyze data, including DOE and GR&R, under the direction of process engineers

Lead special case disposition of non-conformance materials from the production line, escalating issues to the production engineering team as needed

Support Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives; Responsible for parts and tools inventory What You'll Bring

Associate's Degree, Technical Certificate or equivalent experience

Strong proficiency in common workplace software (MS Word, Excel, Visio, Access, etc.)

Ability to troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems

Proven ability to draw accurate conclusions from test data, malfunctions, or deviations, and assist with corrections to the existing process; Skilled with the use of a variety of hand and portable tools

Ability to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings and electrical schematics

Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal

Essential Physical Demands:

Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day

Ability to perform repetitious duties, including stairs and standing for long periods of time over varied and uneven terrain

Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 30 lbs. and climb a 10" step and back down

Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift, reach, stoop, lay, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time

Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, or hearing

Potential exposure to confined spaces and hazardous materials

Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines

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