This role will be based out of the Greater Houston Area (TX) however will be expected to work in Fremont (CA) to support early builds and validation for the first 6-12 months. Other travel may be required.
The Metrology technician at Megafactory will work as a member of the Metrology group in the Quality organization. They will be assigned to operate and/or program metrology equipment on regular basis. The technician role will be to provide and ensure accurate measurements and reports on parts critical for Tesla manufacturing. It will require repetitive work on a daily basis.
- Enable inspection/verification of parts and assemblies using a CMM, Measurement Arm, Laser Tracker and/or other digital 3D devices as well as conventional hardware (calipers, gauges, etc.)
- Create measurement programs using PolyWorks and PC-DMIS software for SPC or investigations requests
- Provide, check, and analyze data and output reports to assist in quality improvement activities
- Coordinate calibration activities, ensure that all test and measurement equipment is calibrated prior to use
- Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) best practices across departments
- Work with the Quality Engineering Team in regard to continuous improvement activities, solving problems and improving overall product quality - may include various physical tasks from time to time with regard to moving parts and equipment
- Bachelor s degree or at least 2 years' experience in a metrology or quality role operating and programming any 3D digital equipment preferred, or equivalent experience
- Ability to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings (including GD&T)
- Flexible hours, ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal
- Proficient with Polyworks and/or VXElements software, 6DOF, point cloud alignments, laser scanning preferred
- Previous electro-mechanical inspection background with the ability to use basic hand measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, thread gauges etc.) preferred
- Ability to give presentations and prepare technical reports preferred
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/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/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, bump caps, arm protection, 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