As an Engineering Technician at Tesla you will play a pivotal role in optimizing assembly processes to enhance efficiency quality and safety in our fast-paced Closures shop. You will collaborate closely with engineers and production teams to troubleshoot issues implement improvements and ensure seamless operations.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem-solver with a passion for innovation and sustainability. You thrive in dynamic environments possess meticulous attention to detail and excel at translating engineering concepts into actionable solutions. A proactive mindset adaptability to evolving priorities and a commitment to Teslas mission of accelerating the worlds transition to sustainable energy are essential.
Develop document and train to Manufacturing Instructions for all vehicle processes Joining Bolting Assembly Dimension Equipment with hands-on process knowledge.
Support engineering activities by designing validating and refining processes to improve throughput and reduce waste.
Collaborate cross-functionally with production maintenance quality and engineering teams to sustain and improve key metrics.
Diagnose and resolve equipment tooling and workflow issues to minimize downtime and ensure process reliability.
Collect analyze and interpret production data cycle times defect rates etc. to identify trends and implement corrective actions.
Lead and support Kaizen events root cause analyses and Lean initiatives to eliminate bottlenecks and drive continuous improvement.
Design manage and repair process tooling coordinate equipment modifications and perform audits Torque Critical Parameter Inline Measurement.
2 years of experience in manufacturing automotive or a related industry.
Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings CAD models and GD&T.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing Industrial Engineering or 5S methodologies.
Experience with data analysis and use of tools such as Excel.
Advanced computer proficiency with the ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new software applications across diverse platforms.
Essential Physical Demands
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time up to 12 hours a day.
Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day including over varied and uneven terrain.
Frequently and repetitively lift push and carry up to 35 lbs. including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs.
Frequently and repetitively bend lift and reach to install parts.
Stoop lay bend reach squat kneel crouch twist and crawl for extended periods of time including up to 12 hours a day.
Climb and maintain balance on ladders scaffolding or other high structures.
Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight touch and hearing.
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment including but not limited to safety glasses safety shoes clean coveralls in cleanroom 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.
401k 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.