Engineering Technician, Instrumentation & Data Acquisition

Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that designs and manufactures electric cars, battery energy storage, and solar panels.
$50,752 - $89,856
Data
Entry-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
3+ years of experience
Automotive

Description For Engineering Technician, Instrumentation & Data Acquisition

Tesla is seeking an Engineering Technician to join their Instrumentation and Imaging Group, focusing on product validation for cutting-edge vehicles including Cybertruck, Semi, and next-generation vehicles. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with data acquisition and analysis, making it perfect for someone passionate about automotive testing and instrumentation.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work directly with Tesla's innovative vehicle development process, requiring expertise in sensor installation, data acquisition systems, and vehicle testing protocols. You'll be responsible for crucial testing and validation work that directly impacts the development of Tesla's groundbreaking electric vehicles.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in automotive testing and instrumentation, with experience in various data acquisition systems and sensor types. This role requires both technical expertise and practical hands-on skills, from working with sophisticated testing equipment to basic vehicle maintenance and modification.

What makes this role particularly appealing is the direct involvement in Tesla's most exciting upcoming projects. You'll be working with cutting-edge electric vehicles before they reach the market, contributing to their development and validation. The position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work with some of the most advanced automotive technology in the industry.

The role provides excellent growth potential within Tesla's engineering organization, offering exposure to various aspects of vehicle development and testing. You'll work alongside talented engineers and technicians, contributing to the future of sustainable transportation. If you're passionate about automotive technology and data acquisition, this position offers an unparalleled opportunity to be part of Tesla's mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy.

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Responsibilities For Engineering Technician, Instrumentation & Data Acquisition

  • Identify, source, and procure required data acquisition and sensors
  • Install sensors and data acquisition hardware on vehicles
  • Set up data acquisition programs and validate sensor connectivity
  • Maintain sensor library, sensor repair, and coordinate calibration activities
  • Create daily work plans to achieve test plan goals
  • Design and create custom brackets and fixtures
  • Support testing activities and vehicle preparation
  • Perform onsite support and testing while monitoring data
  • Conduct basic data analysis and data cleanup

Requirements For Engineering Technician, Instrumentation & Data Acquisition

  • Experience with vehicle instrumentation (Accelerometers, Loadcells, Pressure sensors, etc.)
  • Experience with data acquisition systems (DTS, SOMAT, NI, DEWESOFT)
  • Formal electronics training or equivalent work experience
  • Ability to operate various hand and power tools
  • Experience with diagnostic scan tools and test equipment
  • 3 years of instrumentation and data acquisition experience
  • Valid driver's license
  • Willingness to travel domestically up to 50%

Benefits For Engineering Technician, Instrumentation & Data Acquisition

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Parental Leave
  • Medical insurance with $0 payroll deduction options
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental and vision plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA
  • 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

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