Instrument and test engineering prototypes, including data acquisition and processing design, construct new test equipment, and improve existing fixtures
Maintain high standard of safety and organization in our lab
Maintain cutting edge, lab scale environmental test chambers
Collaborate with engineering teams to identify and resolve mechanical & electrical issues
Integrating systems including AC/DC high and low voltages, structural components, coolant, CAN, and scripting
Provide careful, detail-oriented documentation during tests, and inspections
Communicate technical questions and findings in a concise and descriptive manner
Diagnose and troubleshoot test setup errors and failures
Willing to travel to support lab expansion at our facilities in Fremont, Gigafactories and future locations
What You’ll Bring
Mechanical fabrication skills, machine shop experience, expert with hand and power tools
Demonstrate mechanical aptitude, practice disassembly and reassembly of electromechanical systems without instructions
Experience with standard electronics lab tools including AC/DC meters, data acquisition, AC/DC power supplies
Experience making wiring harnesses by way of soldering, crimping, following wiring diagrams etc.
Strong understanding of physics and engineering fundamentals
Methodical and diligent, works with a strong sense of quality and craft . Creative approach to problem solving, with willingness to learn and try new things
Is self-directing, able to work across the entire organization to collect parts and information to execute job responsibilities
Excellent documentation and written communication; proficient using Microsoft Office, Excel
Ability to troubleshoot environmental chambers and equipment
Preferred: Associate degree, with extensive practical experience as an automotive or electronics engineering technician an acceptable alternative. Valid high voltage training certificate from an OEM or demonstrated working knowledge of battery powered systems