What To Expect
This position will work as a member of Tesla’s Instrumentation, Calibration, and Imaging Group to support product validation of Tesla Vehicles in development; Cybertruck, Semi, Next-gen vehicles, etc. Additionally, within this role, the person will continue providing support to the rest of the Tesla products as dictated by the priorities. This role is responsible for calibration of test and measurement equipment used to support various test teams, as well as control of equipment used in tests performed in-house and at external test labs. The successful candidate for this position will have a broad background in automotive testing, calibrations, and project management.

What You'll Do

Perform in-house calibration of devices by comparing measurements of pressure, temperature, acceleration, or other environmental conditions to known standards

Conduct calibration tests to determine the performance or reliability of mechanical, structural, or electro-mechanical equipment

Maintain sensor library, sensor repair, and coordinate activities of all instrumentation and test equipment

Operate and use diagnostic scan tools, scopes, meters, and other test equipment

Set up a data acquisition program and validate the connectivity of all the sensors

Design and create custom brackets and fixtures

Keep records of maintenance, repair, and required updates of equipment

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Work with vendors and coordinate onsite/ external calibrations

What You'll Bring

Formal electronics training (AC/DC circuits, formulae, and components) or equivalent work experience

Has a basic understanding of calibration standards such as calibration ratio and inaccuracy specifications, moving into linear vs. non-linear calibrations

Experience with data acquisition systems like DTS, SOMAT, NI, DEWESOFT, etc.

Ability to operate and maintain a wide variety of hand and power tools, shop tools, and shop equipment, for the servicing of automobiles

Proficient with MS Office tools and Adobe products

Experience with JIRA and Confluence or other project management software

Demonstrated independent and self-motivated professional with the capability to handle several tasks with minimal supervision

Installation, calibration, and set up of strain gages (bonus)

Knowledge of automated calibration systems (electrical preferred)

Flexibility to travel domestically (Up to 10%)

Benefits
Compensation and 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

$24.40 - $36.60/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.