Job description

Position Description

Tesla Energy is looking for a highly skilled electrical technician to build, rework and maintain repairs on PCBA and power electronics for system operation while supporting functional validation of Tesla Energy Products. The position will include assisting with board component setup and debugging, collaborate closely with the Electrical Engineering team to define and build equipment including design, sourcing, assembly and creation with a primary focus on PC board rework, mechanical fabrication, electrical wiring (high and low voltage controls/comms) and custom instrumentation setup (e.g. voltage, current, temperature, flow rate).

Responsibilities

· Soldering iron/tweezers, hot air, fine pitch, hand tools and some power tools.

· Experience building, operating and troubleshooting electromechanical assemblies

· Populate, test and repair prototype PCBA

· Read/comprehend electronic schematics or work from written / verbal instructions using little or no formally released documentation

· Familiar with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, signal generators, power supplies and other standard EE lab equipment

· Troubleshoot various systems using documentation, instrumentation and input from multiple Engineering teams

· Fabricate cable harnesses, familiar with various connector types and crimp tools

· Support Engineers in lab activities including clear understanding of electrical equipment for safe troubleshooting, operation and maintenance

· Create and maintain purchase orders, justification and approvals for minor orders

· Support Engineers and develop spec, maintain BOM, source, submit and manage orders including vendor communication, obtaining quotes, on and offsite logistics, PO creation and asset management

· Coordinate material shipping and transfers for both Engineers and site locations

· Organize and manage on-site tools and lab stock of materials

Requirements

· AS or BS degree in Electronics Technology, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent

· 3+ years of experience in an engineering development environment

· IPC certification highly desired

· Great mechanical fabrication & electrical prototyping skills (soldering, wire harness fab, harness diagram)

· Experience with test equipment (e.g. digital multimeter, oscilloscope, thermocouple data acquisition unit)

· Strong troubleshooting skills at board component level

· Safety oriented - this role will require lone interaction with high-voltage and high-power electrical equipment.

· Strong interpersonal and communications skills

· Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, ability to change direction quickly

· Experience in Python, Linux based operating systems, LabVIEW, Modbus communication, CAN communication, basic networking highly desired

· First aid/AED/CPR training highly desired

EEO statement

Tesla believes in equal treatment and affirmative action and is committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, nationality, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Tesla is also committed to employing people with disabilities and making reasonable accommodations for them. Let your recruiter know if you need an adjustment at any point during the application process.

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Palo Alto, CA 94304: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Assembly: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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