Automated Systems Technician, Service Manufacturing

Tesla is seeking a highly skilled, self-motivated Automated Systems Technician to join our growing team. You will work alongside Manufacturing, Equipment, Controls, Test, and Process Engineers to support the development, prototyping, commissioning, and continuous improvement of a wide variety of manufacturing equipment, from product testers, to PLC integrated automation, to pneumatic, hydraulic, and robotic integrated systems. You will use your mechanical, electrical, and PLC knowledge on a daily basis to collaborate with cross-functional team members to help the organization realize its goals of production line commissioning, capacity expansion, safety enhancement, and process improvement. This is a hands-on position working with tools, parts, and production equipment. You will operate both individually and in team dynamics, and must work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are necessary to effectively collaborate with all team members.

• Assembly of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic manufacturing equipment
• Assembly of prototype equipment for engineering research and development
• Rigging, locating, alignment, and leveling of equipment according to engineering layouts
• Execute technician tasks independently after initial instruction
• Collaborate with other technician teams, providing instructions and verifying craftsmanship
• Direct interaction with cross-functional engineer teams, escalating issues and suggesting solutions
• Work under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
• Experience assembling equipment from mechanical engineering drawings
• Proficient in reading electrical schematics and wiring electrical control panels
• Experience installing, wiring, and plumbing common manufacturing devices
• Working knowledge of DC/AC electrical systems
• Hands-on machining experience including mills, lathes, saws, grinders, etc.
• Experience rigging, driving forklift, driving scissor lifts, and using pallet jacks
• Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal, with exemplary communication skills and meticulous attention to detail

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 - $43.44/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.