Commissioning Technician, Manufacturing Automat...

The Manufacturing Automation Development Engineering team is looking for a highly motivated Engineering Technician to build, troubleshoot, and improve custom automation projects at Tesla's world-class manufacturing facilities. The Engineering Technician works closely with Engineering teams and plays a key role in reducing cost, increasing capacity, and delivering quality manufacturing equipment for Tesla's cutting-edge products. This is an exciting opportunity to build a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility right here in California. Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will work on a critical subsystem of an incredibly exciting product. Additionally, this role will routinely work with Senior Technicians, providing ample opportunities for personal and technical growth. The Engineering Technician team works together to land automation projects and to keep our development spaces organized, well-stocked, and tooled for the job. The ideal candidate takes pride in their hands-on work, craftsmanship, organizational skills, and attention to detail. Tesla is an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed, and rewarded and where individuals carry tremendous responsibility. The ideal candidate looks forward to learning an incredible amount on the job, but also provides guidance to more junior peers while operating efficiently with minimal guidance. Responsibilities Assembly of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic manufacturing equipment Assembly of prototype equipment for engineering research and development Rigging, locating, alignment, and leveling of equipment according to engineering layouts Execute technician tasks independently after initial instruction, sometimes at remote locations Collaborate with other technician teams, providing instructions and verifying craftsmanship Direct interaction with cross-functional engineer teams, escalating issues and suggesting solutions Requirements Experience assembling equipment from mechanical engineering drawings Proficient in reading electrical schematics and wiring electrical control panels Experience installing, wiring, and plumbing common manufacturing devices Working knowledge of DC/AC electrical systems Hands-on machining experience including mills, lathes, saws, grinders, etc. Experience rigging, driving forklift, driving scissor lifts, and using pallet jacks Able to work under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines Exemplary verbal and written communication skills with meticulous attention to detail 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 Expected Compensation $33.60 - $56.40/hour + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.