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Tesla • Fremont, California, United States
Salary: $24 - $50 / hour
Role & seniority: Engineering Technician, High Voltage Battery Test Team (Tesla); individual contributor, non-managerial role.
Stack/tools: HV DC systems and safety protocols; mechanical fabrication and machine shop skills; test instrumentation (AC/DC meters, micro-ohm meters, data acquisition, Hipot testers, power supplies); wiring harness design/fabrication; CAD (SolidWorks); electrical design tools (Altium); programming (Python) for data analysis; Jira/Confluence; environmental chambers and in-house testers.
Conduct visual, mechanical, and electrical inspections of battery packs and components; identify defects and improvement areas.
Install/instrument packs in environmental chambers and testers; collaborate to develop/execute test plans and protocols; validate performance and reliability.
Communicate findings to cross-functional teams; document test results and issues; design/modify test fixtures; maintain lab safety and organization; pursue process improvements.
High Voltage training or substantial knowledge of HV DC systems and safety.
Strong mechanical aptitude; capable of disassembly/reassembly of electromechanical systems.
Proficiency with standard electronics lab tools; wiring harness fabrication; excellent documentation skills.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; comfortable in a fast-paced lab environment.
What To Expect The High Voltage Battery Test Team is seeking a skilled Engineering Technician to support the development and testing of Tesla's cutting-edge high voltage battery system. As a key member of our team, you will collaborate with Engineers to design, test, and validate Semi-Truck Battery Packs. Your expertise will help drive innovation, identify areas for improvement, and ensure the reliability and performance of our products.
In this role, you will apply your technical knowledge to support the design and development of test plans, procedures, and protocols. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to iterate on product and test designs, analyze data, and draw meaningful conclusions. Your attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to think critically will be essential in identifying and resolving complex technical issues.
To succeed in this role, you must be a team player with excellent communication skills, a strong work ethic, and a passion for innovation. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, adapting to changing priorities, and thriving in ambiguity. Your expertise will help us push the boundaries of drive unit performance, reliability, and safety.
The High Voltage Battery team is committed to accelerating innovation and rapidly iterating designs. As an Engineering Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the efficiency and meticulousness of our testing processes, combining engineering fundamentals with a scientific approach to experimental design, data collection, and analysis.
What You'll Do
Conduct visual, mechanical, and electrical inspections of battery packs and associated parts to identify defects, irregularities, and areas for improvement Install and instrument battery packs into environmental chambers and in-house testers to analyze engineering prototypes and validate design assumptions Collaborate with test engineers to develop and execute test plans, procedures, and protocols to validate battery pack performance and reliability Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, including design, reliability, and test engineers, to identify and resolve technical issues and improve product design Provide clear and concise documentation of test results, inspection findings, and technical issues to support data-driven decision making Maintain a high standard of organization and safety in the lab, including inventory management, tooling, and equipment maintenance Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to increase efficiency and productivity Design, fabricate, and modify test fixtures and equipment to support battery pack testing and validation Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in high voltage systems and electric vehicles You may travel to support lab expansion and testing activities at Bay Area and/or global Tesla facilities
What You'll Bring
Extensive practical experience in a similar role, with a strong background in engineering principles and practices High Voltage training or demonstrated working knowledge of high voltage DC systems, High voltage battery packs, and associated safety protocols Proficient in mechanical fabrication, with experience in machine shop operations and expert-level skills with hand and power tools Ability to disassemble and reassemble electromechanical systems with minimal instruction, demonstrating strong mechanical aptitude Familiarity with standard electronics lab tools, including AC/DC meters, micro-ohm meters, data acquisition systems, AC/DC power supplies, and Hipot testers Experience with wiring harness design and fabrication, including soldering, crimping, and following wiring diagrams Strong understanding of physics and engineering fundamentals, with the ability to apply principles to solve complex problems Excellent documentation and written communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office. Jira and Confluence a plus Experience with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) and familiarity with electrical design tools (e.g., Altium) is a plus, along with experience in Python or similar programming languages for data analysis Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., with frequent standing, walking, and bending in a fast-paced lab environment
Benefits Compensation and Benefits
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
Expected Compensation
$24.40 - $50.40/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.