CNC Machinist Tesla Motors, Inc. 19.22 - 39.96 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, Illinois, Elgin Sep 01, 2026

What to Expect At Tesla Elgin, we design, fabricate, and build custom automation equipment that will help Tesla accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. We are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join our dynamic team, where we value technical skills, positive attitude, and a determined work ethic. We have a high bar at Tesla and the expectation is excellence.

Shift:

04:00PM - 12:30AM; Monday through Friday What You'll Do

Machine parts to print with high throughput and accuracy. Executing at a high level across a variety of parts ranging in difficulty and quantity. This is not a production shop. A detailed understanding of CNC controls, mills, lathes, programming, and manual fabrication equipment

Promote a positive attitude and strong work ethic

Maintains clean and organized work area and equipment

Support and ensure safe working practices and a healthy work environment

Assist in other work areas to perform fabrication, assembly and maintenance when required What You'll Bring

At least 3 years of CNC mill experience with an understanding of M and G-code

Display extensive experience and proficiency with machining and fabrication

Display evidence of exceptional abilities and self-motivated

Candidates need to have basic computer knowledge and skills, as well as strong verbal and written communication skills

Excellent decision-making skills, strong understanding of manufacturing process

Experience with Fanuc controls and programming experience

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

$19.22 - $39.96/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.