We are looking for a Engineering Technician who will be responsible for preparing prototype and production level vehicles for chassis controls testing. This full time role requires the flexibility of traveling (30%) to various domestic and international destinations in summer and winter conditions. You will enable the testing of safety critical chassis controls software (Traction Control, Stability Control, Steering, ABS, etc.).
Responsibilities
• Support prototype vehicle builds
• Maintain vehicles and update to latest specifications
• Provide vehicle support at remote proving grounds
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues
• Perform vehicle inspections
• Track prototype parts
• Coordinate vehicle and equipment logistics
• Communicate issues discovered clearly and directly
• Seasonal travel to proving grounds around the world (40%)
Requirements
• 3+ years Vehicle Technician experience
• Valid driver's license required
• Strong workmanship and attention to detail
• Able to work against high-level goals without day to day oversight
• Able to multi-task, prioritize and work in an extremely fast-paced environment
• Fabrication skills, preferred
• Exposure to vehicle testing, preferred
• Knowledge of CAN architecture, preferred
Compensation and Benefits
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• 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