Tesla

What to Expect

The Electrical/Mechanical Machine Builder will be responsible for building automation equipment and occasionally installing and supporting it at Tesla facilities. Tasks include performing mechanical assembly, electrical panel wiring, field wiring, troubleshooting and machine integration of industrial automated equipment.

This job operates in an assembly shop floor environment and occasionally at other Tesla locations. Employees may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and loud environments.

Shift: Monday - Friday, 2:00PM - 10:30PM, with additional overtime on an as-needed basis

What You’ll Do

• Assemble and install equipment at other Tesla locations (30-40% travel), and manage onsite installation, repair, maintenance, and testing tasks
• Collaborate with project teams, including Controls Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Assemblers, Project Managers, and others; Build positive relationships with coworkers and peers
• Identify and mitigate potential problems (i.e. anticipate problems before they occur); troubleshoot and debug industrial automated equipment and ensure equipment is in proper working condition after troubleshooting
• Perform preventative maintenance and diagnostics on automation systems and components
• Complete service repairs, replacements, upgrades, adjustments, and calibrations, and assist in automation system startups
• Provide status updates to management
• Comply with company safety procedures and Tesla policies

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years experience building automated equipment preferred; must provide own basic set of hand tools
• Ability to read/understand mechanical drawings and schematics
• High precision and close tolerance proficiency, as well as strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Familiarity with machine shop equipment (i.e. mill machine, drill press, lathe, etc.)
• Proficient in MS Office 2010 and general computer literacy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Self-starter, team player with positive attitude

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)
• 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

$21.96 - $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.

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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