Tesla Engineering Technician Passive Safety 

United States, Texas, Austin 

715542856

Prepare test vehicles to match desired test configurations according to written and oral requests and procedures, while ensuring a high level of quality and repeatability

Install data acquisition equipment, including sensors such as accelerometers, gyros, strain gauges, load cells, pressure transducers, and current sensors

Installation/removal of vehicle test fixtures, lab equipment, and ballast weights, as specified in the test request

Maintain sensor library, sensor repair, and coordinate calibration activities of all instrumentation

Design and create custom brackets, wire harnesses and fixtures

Setup and deploy high-speed (Phantom) and other cameras, lighting and lenses for test setups including selecting appropriate imaging devices for use in various test environments

Help maintain and repair all test equipment, ensuring good working order

Maintain a professional, clean, and organized laboratory environment

Prepare vehicle components and coupons for flammability testing

Prepare and repair test vehicles for different driving and durability tests

Wide variety of experience diagnosing, repairing, and replacing components on passenger vehicles. Tesla vehicle experience preferred, but not required

Ability to operate a wide variety of hand/power tools and shop equipment, for servicing vehicles and lab equipment. Fabrication and/or machine shop skills preferred

Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in tight spaces inside test vehicles

Work outdoors in the temperatures Austin sees year-round

Ability to use computers effectively for diagnosis, communication, reporting (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Tesla-specific diagnostics tools)

Valid driver's license required

Ability to operate and use diagnostic scan tools, scopes, meters, and other test equipment

Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet deadlines

A go-getter attitude and the desire to do things right and build new skills