Tesla is at the forefront of innovation in high power density actuators and motors, and we are looking for a skilled Dyno Technician to join our dynamic Testing Team. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the precision and performance of our cutting-edge components by conducting measurements and setups on advanced dynamometer systems. You will collaborate with R&D and engineering teams to support custom test configurations and contribute to our mission of excellence in electric vehicle technology.
Perform measurements of motors and actuators using dynamometer systems
Set up actuators and motors on dyno equipment for testing
Write and run basic test sequences for evaluation purposes
Debug and resolve various dyno-related issues
Support R&D teams with custom test configurations as needed
Handle equipment setup for rotational components
Ensure accurate data collection and reporting during testing processes
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
Minimum 1 year of experience in rotational component testing or related field
Familiarity with rotational machinery components and testing methodologies
Ability to write simple event-based test scripts for dyno operations
Proficiency in measuring 4-point resistance and insulation tests
Experience with MS Office, SQL, and data visualization software
Knowledge of MATLAB or Python (Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib packages) is a plus
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
$24.40 - $56.40/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.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Palo Alto, CA
Salary
$24.40–$56.40 Per Hour
Skills
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)unmatched
Childcareunmatched
Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
Data Collectionunmatched
Data Qualityunmatched
Data Visualization Toolsunmatched
Debugging Skillsunmatched
Disability Insuranceunmatched
Employee Assistance Planunmatched
Field Trialsunmatched
Health Planunmatched
MATLABunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Orthodonticsunmatched
Payroll Taxunmatched
Python Programming/Scripting Languageunmatched
Quality Assurance Methodologyunmatched
Research & Development (R&D)unmatched
Roboticsunmatched
SQL (Structured Query Language)unmatched
Stock Purchase Plansunmatched
Test Equipmentunmatched
Test Scriptsunmatched
Testingunmatched
Vision Planunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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