Engineering Technician, Homologation & Range Testing (Night Shift)
Description For Engineering Technician, Homologation & Range Testing (Night Shift)
Tesla is seeking a dedicated Engineering Technician for their Homologation & Range Testing team, working on the night shift at their Fremont facility. This role is crucial for Tesla's vehicle testing programs, focusing on energy consumption and range tests using vehicle dynamometers. The position requires a highly motivated individual with extensive automotive experience who can handle vehicle diagnostics, testing, and documentation.
The role involves hands-on work with prototype and production vehicles, requiring strong technical skills in automotive systems, particularly in electrical and high-voltage systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing vehicles for testing, operating chassis dynamometers, and designing new test equipment as needed. Travel is required up to 20% of the time to various domestic and international locations.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced automotive technician looking to work with cutting-edge electric vehicle technology. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with employer match, and various other perks. The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $24.40 to $50.40 per hour, plus additional cash and stock awards.
The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of automotive industry experience, preferably with electric or hybrid vehicles, and must be comfortable working independently with minimal supervision. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on technical work, has excellent attention to detail, and wants to be part of Tesla's mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy.
Responsibilities For Engineering Technician, Homologation & Range Testing (Night Shift)
- Prepare prototype and production vehicles for testing, including part changes, alignments, vehicle diagnostics and instrumentation installation
- Diagnose issues that arise during testing by supporting both on & off-site test trips
- Operate chassis dynamometers and drive several traces while following checklists
- Design and build new instrumentation or test equipment as needed
- Work with internal and external test labs and proving grounds during test activities
- Document results of testing and communicate issues found to the test owners
- Build and follow process for the teams, document potential issues and improvements
- Work efficiently within a multidisciplinary cooperative environment
Requirements For Engineering Technician, Homologation & Range Testing (Night Shift)
- 5+ years of technician or mechanic work experience in the automotive industry
- Experience as an Engineering, Service or Manufacturing Technician
- Valid driver license required
- Strong automotive electrical understanding
- High Voltage electrical knowledge and training
- Minor fabrication experience
- In-depth knowledge of Tesla vehicle systems
- Excellent attention to detail
- Willing to work overtime, weekends, as needed
- Experience with chassis dynamometer testing preferred
Benefits For Engineering Technician, Homologation & Range Testing (Night Shift)
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution
- Company Paid HSA Contribution
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
