Engineering Technician, ATD & Instrumentation, Passive Safety
Description For Engineering Technician, ATD & Instrumentation, Passive Safety
Tesla is seeking an Engineering Technician to join their Passive Safety ATD & Instrumentation team. This role is integral to Tesla's vehicle safety testing program, working with anthropomorphic test devices (ATDs) and sophisticated instrumentation systems. The position involves hands-on work with data acquisition systems, sensor installation, and test execution in both in-house and external lab environments.
The role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of electric vehicle safety testing, combining technical expertise with practical automotive experience. As a team member, you'll be responsible for maintaining and operating complex testing equipment, ensuring accurate data collection, and contributing to Tesla's commitment to vehicle safety standards.
The ideal candidate will bring strong technical skills in automotive testing, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems. This position requires both independent work and collaborative efforts with various teams. The role offers comprehensive benefits including competitive pay, healthcare coverage, stock options, and professional development opportunities.
Working at Tesla means being part of a company that's revolutionizing sustainable transportation and energy. The position provides exposure to cutting-edge automotive technology while contributing to Tesla's mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy. The role offers growth opportunities within Tesla's engineering organization and the chance to work with some of the most advanced vehicle safety testing systems in the industry.
Responsibilities For Engineering Technician, ATD & Instrumentation, Passive Safety
- Identify, source, and procure required data acquisition equipment and sensors
- Maintain sensor library and oversee sensor repairs and calibration activities
- Install data acquisition equipment and various sensors
- Develop daily work plans to achieve test plan goals
- Design and create custom brackets and fixtures for testing
- Support testing activities, vehicle preparation, and tear-down
- Select appropriate sensing devices for data collection systems
- Perform onsite support and testing, including monitoring and validating data
Requirements For Engineering Technician, ATD & Instrumentation, Passive Safety
- Extensive experience with data acquisition systems and vehicle instrumentation
- Proficiency in operating hand and power tools, shop tools, and automotive equipment
- Ability to operate diagnostic scan tools, scopes, meters, and test equipment
- Competence with MS Office tools and Adobe products
- Strong ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Valid driver's license
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to 10%)
Benefits For Engineering Technician, ATD & Instrumentation, Passive Safety
- Medical plans with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental and vision plans
- Company Paid HSA Contribution
- Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA
- LGBTQ+ care concierge services
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time
- Back-up childcare
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts
