The R&D Fabrication is a member of the Test Facilities & Equipment Engineering Team within the Engineering Test Organization.
This team member will be fabricating parts in support of the development implementation and application of Tesla internal test and validation plans and methods for various automotive systems and components. The ideal candidate has a proven record of success in the fabrication of parts and fixtures or other structural members in an engineering manufacturing environment. Candidate must have a broad technical background with the ability to work with engineering manufacturing and quality personnel across a wide variety of tasks. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are a requirement to establish effective working relationships within Tesla.
The successful candidate for this position takes pride in their abilities, organization skills, and attention to detail. They appreciate an environment where superior work is encouraged noticed and rewarded. Fabricate build and assemble precision test validation equipment and fixtures in a Prototype environment.
Welding and Fitting of Work Pieces Assemblies including fabrication of required fixtures needed in the process Material and Tool Ordering as required Provide solutions or alternative approaches to solve basic technical manufacturing problems Maintain equipment as required Perform all assignments in accordance with ES&H security and business practice requirements and policies Interact with engineering teams to handle and execute work requests Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines Maintain flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and assignments coping with rapidly changing information Work efficiently and productively in independent and team settings
Requirements
2-year technical degree preferred i.e. Automotive Technology-Wyotech or equivalent experience 5 years of experience working in an engineering manufacturing and prototype environment with the ability to lift 50lbs.
Experience and Skills
Experience and demonstrated success with fabrication fitting and welding of precision work pieces and assemblies with tight tolerances MIG and TIG welding experience including structural steel >1" thick sheet metal steel aluminum profile aluminum plate Experience with manual machining practices lateh and vertical mill Experience and demonstrated success in the use and maintenance of shop equipment and tooling i.e. drill press band saw shear break grinders sanders plasma cutter etc.
Work Environment and Culture
Remain engaged, proactive, and positive in tough circumstances owning assignments and taking full accountability for their success Work with attention to detail while maintaining a clean and organized workspace
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
Expected Compensation
22.56 - 40.80 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.