Incoming Lab Technician jobs at Tesla in United States, Sparks

• Support all Facilities electrical testing scopes, LOTO confirmation, scope of work reviews pre/post job, create written procedures for electrical test equipment, follow all Tesla standards and protocols, support general contractor needs throughout electrical testing scopes of work (i.e. assisting contractors in the field)
• Perform maintenance on various types of industrial equipment as needed (typically electrical equipment)
• Utilize equipment drawings and manuals to maintain and trouble shoot equipment
• Identify parts required for maintenance jobs and coordination of requesting various parts for jobs
• Communicate equipment issues with leadership and drive solutions to issues
• Displays positive attitudes and practices good work ethics that reflects the mission, philosophy, and goals of the company

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in electrical testing, with a strong understanding of electrical theory, practical application, and related hazards
• Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and equipment manuals
• Experienced in using electrical testing equipment such as Breaker Testing, TTR, Winding Resistance, Frax, and Trax
• Certified as a NETA Certified Technician or have been certified in the past
• Skilled in identifying equipment and understanding associated hazards
• Proficient in using hand tools, power tools, and reading parts lists and technical drawings
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed

As a Tesla Maintenance Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the operational availability of a wide array of manufacturing equipment. You will apply your technical skills to install, maintain and repair mechanical and electrical systems, factory automation and robotics. You will work with the highest caliber process and equipment engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and minimize or eliminate downtime. Tesla's Equipment Maintenance Technicians are also the first-responding problem solvers who manage machine breakdown recoveries to keep production running.

• Day to day coverage of production line equipment: respond to alarms, breakdowns, and Production requests quickly and efficiently to minimize downtime
• Diagnoses equipment failures, find the s root cause and communicates actions taken to the rest of the team
• Takes initiative to improve PM documents and schedules, under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor and Leads
  
• Perform major equipment repairs and rebuilds, (some weekends and holidays required)
• Uses manufacturing systems effectively (MES, Spares Inventory, Issue Tracking)
• Work with Process and Equipment engineering and other cross functional groups to resolve maintenance issues, improve equipment reliability, review procedures, and minimize equipment downtime
• Follows all aspects of Maintenance Safety protocol (LOTO, 5-S, Arc Flash, etc.), to ensure that the maintenance team operates safely at all times, always leading by example

• 3+ years of experience maintaining industrial equipment and automation, or as an Automotive Technician, or technical military experience in lieu of degree, or equivalent experience
• Strong Allen Bradley PLC experience highly desired
• Fanuc and or Kuka robot experience a plus
• Areas of specialization may include one or more of the following: electrical/electronics, mechanical/machining, or automation/PLC/robotics
• Skilled at troubleshooting automation, conveyance, and electromechanical systems
  
• Able to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
  
• Must have command of English language, both written and verbal

• Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrain
• Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs., including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs
• Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install parts
• Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/day
• Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures
• Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing
• Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, bump cap and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines

• Commission new instrumentation, control systems, and equipment to Tesla operational standards
• Calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation, equipment, and control systems, ensuring optimal functionality within the facility
• Collaborate with the Facilities Operations/Maintenance department to perform preventive maintenance, address trouble calls, and handle emergency maintenance as needed
• Troubleshoot, program, and improve control systems, including PLCs, controllers, and final control elements to support automated processes
• Assist in troubleshooting, upgrading, and installing new control systems, ensuring seamless integration and operation
• Measure and monitor levels, pressures, temperatures, flow, and analytical processes, ensuring accuracy and reliability of data
• Use complex electrical schematics and blueprints to troubleshoot and resolve issues, ensuring systems operate correctly and efficiently

• Experience commissioning industrial processes, including but not limited to: Steam, HVAC, chilled water, fire / toxic services
• Preferred Technical Degree in Electrical/Electronics, Instrumentation, or equivalent experience
• Ability to read and comprehend wiring diagrams, electrical prints & schematics, loop drawings, P&IDs, C&E matrix, and Control Narratives
• Strong skills in troubleshooting motor controls, drives, and electronic components and proficient with Siemens S7 / TIA Portal, V18
• Experience with Ignition and HMI/SCADA software
• NFPA 70E Certification
• Ability to work at high elevations (up to 60 ft.) and lift at least 50 lbs. regularly, perform repetitive hand and wrist motions, and twist and bend the body

• Operate and maintain various metrology equipment, including CMMs, OMMs, and arm CMMs
• Perform measurements and inspections of parts and components to ensure compliance with design specifications and tolerances
• Interpret technical drawings and specifications to determine measurement requirements and tolerances
• Develop and implement measurement plans and procedures to ensure accurate and efficient measurement of parts and components
• Analyze measurement data and provide detailed reports, including statistical analysis and recommendations for improvement
• Perform calibration procedures for metrology equipment and maintain calibration records
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve measurement-related issues, improve overall product quality, and maintain a clean and organized workspace adhering to 5S principles

• Degree in Metrology, Engineering, or a related field with a minimum of 2 years of experience in metrology or a related field or equivalent experience
• Experience with CMMs, OMMs, and arm CMMs, including programming and operation
• Strong understanding of GD&T principles and practices
• Familiarity with metrology principles, including technical drawing interpretation, calibration procedures, and data analysis
• Software familiarity with PC-DIMS, Polyworks, or other metrology software is a plus
• Strong attention to detail, ability to work independently and collaboratively in a project-focused environment, and excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with experience in internal quality systems and laboratory information management systems LIMS

• Perform inspections, audits, and testing to evaluate product and process performance
• Analyze root causes of quality issues and implement corrective actions and countermeasures
• Work with cross functional teams to maintain quality standards and resolve manufacturing quality issues
• Manage non-conforming materials by containing, sorting, and disposing of them according to protocols
• Support continuous improvement activities and provide feedback to engineering for process and design optimizations
• Collect and analyze mechanical and electrical test data, and contribute to PFMEA and control plan activities
• Maintain clear documentation on quality performance and escalate unresolved issues to relevant teams

• Experience in a high volume manufacturing or automotive quality assurance environment

• Proficiency with quality systems (QS-9000, ISO/TS 16949, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, DFMEA, PFMEA) and tools (e.g., calipers, torque wrenches, micrometers)
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills, with the ability to interpret mechanical and electrical drawings (GD&T knowledge preferred)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and data analysis tools (Minitab, SQL, Python)
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced environment and lift or move parts up to 30 pounds
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and adhere to safety protocols, including wearing PPE when necessary

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are an absolute requirement to establish effective working relationships within Tesla and outside
• Development of manufacturing requirements, quality standards and product quality plans to assure products will meet expectations of our target customers
• Deployment of manufacturing level requirements to subsystems, assemblies & components to assure clear focus on design and customer needs
• Identification of critical requirements to assure proper supplier and production focus on critical needs
• Leading development of FMEAs (Design & Process) for development teams to identify and address critical risks
• Support development of manufacturing equipment, controls and test plans to address risks identified in FMEA
• Assist development with statistical tolerancing, Monte Carlo analysis and other methods to investigate the effects of part and process variability on system performance
• Support process capability analyses to investigate the ability of suppliers and production processes to meet defined specifications and quality standards
• Design effective experiments through DOE or other methods to support design teams in investigation of various alternatives or in design validation testing
• Manage and facilitate the root cause & corrective actions system through tracking and validation of issues and support in root cause analysis through facilitating brainstorming, use of lean methodologies, hypothesis testing, design of experiments, etc.

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Materials, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience
• ASQ or Six Sigma certification are preferred
• A minimum of 3+ years of experience
• Specific training and demonstrated success in applying design for quality and problem solving methodologies, FMEA, process capability analysis, hypothesis testing, DoE, SPC, etc.
• Strong background and demonstrated success applying statistical methods
• Minitab, JMP or other statistical software capabilities are preferred
• Data mining and database (e.g. MySQL) experience
• Excellent oral, written and presentation communication skills

Tesla is seeking a Mechanical Technician to support the construction, commissioning, and operation of utilities and process systems at the new Semi-Factory in Sparks, NV. In this role, you will test, troubleshoot, and operate newly installed equipment, utilities, chemical delivery processes, and HVAC systems to support vehicle manufacturing. You will also be part of a 24/7 Facilities and Operations team, ensuring the operational availability of manufacturing equipment, including mechanical and electrical systems, factory automation, and robotics. Collaborating with process and equipment engineering teams, you will work to improve reliability and minimize downtime.

• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain various facilities equipment, including pumps, boilers, fans, cranes, compressors, HVAC, and dock equipment
• Operate equipment using control software, troubleshoot deviations, and utilize control systems to monitor and verify trends
• Support new equipment installation, startup, and routine operator rounds while collaborating with teammates and engineers
• Assist in commissioning new equipment, drafting operating procedures, and preparing pre-task plans
• Perform safe rigging procedures, troubleshoot facilities infrastructure, and enforce code compliance across multiple sites
• Conduct preventative maintenance, generate failure reports, and implement corrective measures to improve operational efficiency
• Maintain positive teamwork, interact with customers, and be proficient in office programs and equipment monitoring systems

• Minimum of 5 years of mechanical experience with industrial equipment, distribution, and infrastructure
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with attention to detail and the ability to multitask and adapt to change
• Experience in designing HVAC systems, plumbing, fire protection, and industrial systems like cooling water and air generation/distribution
• Professional design experience with various project types, including office systems, ventilation, and general production/building systems
• Knowledge of writing sequences of operation for initial startups and enforcing safety rules and regulations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, writing SOPs, Pre-Task Plans, Work Requests, and drafting training materials
• Ability to work flexible schedules, perform physical tasks, and contribute to operations outside normal skill set with safety-conscious practices