Camera Technician

TeslaPalo Alto, CaliforniaOn-siteFull-timeMid level, 2–5 yearsListed 1 hour ago

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About this role

Support camera hardware engineering by running vehicle and lab camera tests, executing retrofits, maintaining lab and fleet operations, and serving as the point of contact for cross-functional teams.

Run field tests on fleet vehicles during day and night operations Support integration and validation of camera hardware on vehicles Execute image quality tests including MTF, contrast, haze, and flare at module, assembly, and vehicle levels Operate and design lab testers while maintaining lab inventory, organization, and cleanliness Manage engineering fleet including quarterly audits, scheduling, and new vehicle signoffs Coordinate with facilities and EHS on safety compliance and chemical inventory Provide production support and logistics for camera hardware

Hands-on experience with vehicle hardware, lab test equipment, or camera and image quality work Comfort executing structured test procedures and recording results Ability to retrofit vehicle camera hardware and work around cars, labs, and testers Strong organization for inventory management, lab upkeep, and fleet scheduling Clear communication with engineering, facilities, EHS, production, and fleet partners

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 $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.