Engineering Technician, Cell Quality Engineering
What to Expect Tesla is seeking skilled Engineering Technicians to join the Cell Manufacturing Quality Team. This role focuses on supporting production operations through process development and equipment improvement. A strong eagerness to learn, adaptability, and effective communication skills will be essential for collaborating with cross-functional teams and contributing to Tesla's mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy.
What You'll Do
Adhere to company safety and conduct policies while maintaining a safe work environment
Operate and troubleshoot manufacturing processes using SPC or other data analysis tools
Ensure process stability and quality of production output at assigned stations
Develop, maintain, and implement process changes, control plans, and manufacturing instructions
Escalate issues to shift supervisors, managers, and quality teams as needed
Support engineering activities, including process and equipment validations
Train and guide associates on equipment operation, processes, and IPQC inspections while collaborating with maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to improve key process metrics
What You'll Bring
3+ years of experience in a pilot or production setting
Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical schematics as well as engineering drawings
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word, command of English language, both written and verbal
Experience with SPC, process capability, and gauge R&R interpretation
Knowledge of Minitab or JMP as an advantage
Familiarity with SQL/DBeaver, Python, or Jupyter Notebook as an advantage
Understanding of basic material fabrication, CAD, and GD&T as an advantage
Essential Physical Demands: Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day on varied and uneven terrain including concrete surfaces
Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/day
Must be able to frequently and repetitively lift/carry 30 lbs. and up to 50 lbs. infrequently
Frequently and repetitively push heavy carts and dollies
The ability to carry up to 20 lbs. up and down flights of stairs multiple times a day
Ability to identify issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing
Follow all safety rules and guidelines including wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing the above-mentioned activities
Ability to correctly wear respiratory protection such as half and full-face respirators, if required, for up to 12 hours/day
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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
Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)
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.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.