Tesla, Inc

The Abuse Testing and Engineering team is looking for technicians to test for battery propagation resistance in early design stages across all programs, including vehicle and energy storage.. Build rigs, and instrument, setup, test, and conduct failure analysis of test articles to help the team improve test capability and understand design risks. Welding, fabrication, designexperience. National Instruments DAQ,LabVIEW. Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits

engineering technician

Engineering Technician, Battery Propagation Resistance Testing Battery cells are the common denominator for every Tesla product. Our product requirements demand ground-up cell architectures with state-of-the-art performance, manufactured at volumes that are orders of magnitude higher than the products they power. Our environment is fast-paced and incredibly exciting, so being passionate and self-motivated to push your limits is critical. Our team works with groups across various disciplines and experience, requiring strong communication skills and a team-first mentality. We are looking for anyone with an exceptional ability to solve problems in both individual and team settings.
The Abuse Testing and Engineering team is looking for technicians to test for battery propagation resistance in early design stages across all programs, including vehicle and energy storage. As a result, Tesla will be able to evaluate a broad set of options for cell and module architecture, while launching and optimizing products at a rapid pace. Testing outcomes would dictate major design and manufacturing decisions on Tesla products to uphold the thermal abuse safety requirements.
What to Expect Battery cells are the common denominator for every Tesla product. Our product requirements demand ground-up cell architectures with state-of-the-art performance, manufactured at volumes that are orders of magnitude higher than the products they power. Our environment is fast-paced and incredibly exciting, so being passionate and self-motivated to push your limits is critical. Our team works with groups across various disciplines and experience, requiring strong communication skills and a team-first mentality. We are looking for anyone with an exceptional ability to solve problems in both individual and team settings.
The Abuse Testing and Engineering team is looking for technicians to test for battery propagation resistance in early design stages across all programs, including vehicle and energy storage. As a result, Tesla will be able to evaluate a broad set of options for cell and module architecture, while launching and optimizing products at a rapid pace. Testing outcomes would dictate major design and manufacturing decisions on Tesla products to uphold the thermal abuse safety requirements.
What You’ll Do Conduct and lead prototype module and pack level thermal abuse testing across all Tesla battery products Build rigs, and instrument, setup, test, and conduct failure analysis of test articles to help the team improve test capability and understand design risks Root cause articles from validation testing, including methodical tear downs and inspections to document concerns Safely charge/discharge, instrument, and recycle full battery packs as required What You’ll Bring Electrical and/or thermal fundamentals
Complex troubleshooting skills and experience
Creative problem-solving skills and experience
Ability to perform independent work, self-starter
Experience with data acquisition systems
Ability to collaborate and build test rigs to specifications
Welding, fabrication, designexperience
Process improvement suggestionsthat lead to actions
Experience with module or packlevel teardowns and inspections
National Instruments DAQ,LabVIEW 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)
LGBTQ+ care concierge services
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
$24.40 - $65.40/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. Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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