Engineering Technician, Prototype Fabrication

Tesla’s Energy Engineering R&D team is seeking a skilled and highly motivated welding fabricator to join the team and contribute to our mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

The welding fabricator will be a member of Tesla’s Energy Engineering Organization supporting various energy focused programs. As a prototype welding fabricator on our team, you will be supporting the development of prototype parts, systems, and complete enclosure assemblies. Through the teams’ efforts, we help enhance components and systems design by bringing conceptual ideas to the physical world.

Our ideal candidate is highly skilled, self-driven, detail oriented, and has demonstrated success working with a team towards a common goal with proven results. If you are ready to accelerate yourself, those around you, and Tesla Energy to new levels, apply today.

- Operate equipment including but not limited to press brake, water jet, shear etc.
- Ability to design and build basic and/or complex structures, supports or framework using SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW welding methods and processes
- Read, interpret and follow basic blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, weld symbols, bills of materials, and other written instructions or procedures to accurately create equipment and products
- Create specific weldment set-ups and fixtures to meet geometric requirements
- Identify equipment defects and complete appropriate documentation when defects are identified
- Rework and/or repair welded parts and products according to engineering specification changes
- Precise and efficient operation using measuring tool in metrical and imperial units; calipers, weld gauges, tape measures, and other various measuring tools
- Perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards and perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures
- Prioritize workflow through effective communication with management staff
- Utilize handheld power tools such as grinders, saws, and drills

- 3 – 5 years of experience in metal fabrication and welding
- Working knowledge of 3D CAD software programs (SolidWorks or Catia)
- Experience operating waterjet, press brake, shear etc.
- GMAW and GTAW experience in aluminum and steel up to .5” thickness
- AWS D1.1 certification
- In depth knowledge of reading and understanding engineering documents and drawings
- Proficiency with measurement tools, inspection methods, and metallurgical knowledge
- Positive energy and attitude, with a passion for prototyping and fabrication
- Thrives in a fast paced constantly evolving environment with tight deadlines that require a high level of detail.

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)
Expected Compensation $25.92 - $45.36/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.