Engineering Technician, Passive Safety, Airbag Deployment Lab

Tesla is an innovative electric vehicle and clean energy company.
$50,752 - $117,312
Entry-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
2+ years of experience
Automotive

Description For Engineering Technician, Passive Safety, Airbag Deployment Lab

Tesla is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Passive Safety Engineering Technician to join their Airbag Deployment Lab team. As a member of the Passive Safety Test team, you will play a critical role in supporting system and component level airbag deployment testing, focusing on vehicle development, regulatory certification, and consumer protection test ratings.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Configuring and setting up vehicles, vehicle bodies, and components for airbag deployment testing
  • Operating measurement equipment, high-speed cameras, lights, and deployment systems for testing
  • Positioning and utilizing anthropomorphic test devices (ATDs, or crash test dummies) as needed
  • Accurately recording setup details, measurements, test results, and any incidents during testing
  • Fabricating, modifying, and building test setups
  • Identifying, labeling, and storing pre- and post-test samples
  • Maintaining test equipment and supporting repair and improvement projects
  • Ensuring a safe working environment for all employees

The ideal candidate will bring:

  • 2+ years of experience in automotive safety and/or airbag testing (preferred)
  • Experience with data acquisition systems and instrumentation, especially DTS (Diversified Technical Systems)
  • Familiarity with automotive safety testing regulations and procedures
  • Photography experience
  • Metal fabrication experience
  • Ability to read and interpret test regulations and specifications
  • Ability to operate a forklift and lift 50 lbs
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Tesla offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plans, and various other perks. Join Tesla's innovative team and contribute to the development of safer electric vehicles!

Last updated 5 days ago

Responsibilities For Engineering Technician, Passive Safety, Airbag Deployment Lab

  • Configure and set up vehicles, vehicle bodies, and components for airbag deployment testing
  • Operate measurement equipment, high-speed cameras, lights, and deployment systems for testing
  • Position and utilize anthropomorphic test devices (ATDs, or crash test dummies) as needed
  • Accurately record setup details, measurements, test results, and any incidents that occur during testing
  • Fabricate, modify, and build test setups
  • Identify, label, and store pre- and post-test samples
  • Maintain test equipment and support repair and improvement projects
  • Ensure a safe working environment for all employees

Requirements For Engineering Technician, Passive Safety, Airbag Deployment Lab

  • 2+ years of experience in automotive safety and/or airbag testing (preferred)
  • Experience with data acquisition systems and instrumentation, especially DTS (Diversified Technical Systems) (preferred)
  • Familiarity with automotive safety testing regulations and procedures (preferred)
  • Photography experience (preferred)
  • Metal fabrication experience (preferred)
  • Ability to read and interpret test regulations and specifications
  • Ability to operate a forklift and lift 50 lbs
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions
  • Ability to maintain a clean and organized laboratory work environment and adhere to 5S standards

Benefits For Engineering Technician, Passive Safety, Airbag Deployment Lab

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
  • Medical insurance (Aetna PPO and HSA plans)
  • Dental insurance (including orthodontic coverage)
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plans
  • Life insurance
  • AD&D insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • LGBTQ+ care concierge services
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Back-up childcare
  • Parenting support resources
  • Critical illness insurance
  • Hospital indemnity insurance
  • Accident insurance
  • Theft & legal services
  • Pet insurance
  • Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
  • Tesla Babies program
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program

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