Engineering Technician, Systems Test

What to Expect

The Tesla Energy team is searching for a strong, versatile technician, capable of working in a high paced environment on residential and industrial battery backup products. Responsibilities will include building mechanical test setups, work with high/low voltage, thermal and HVAC systems, all while collaborating closely with design, test, and reliability teams to define and build test samples and equipment.

What You’ll Do

• Build electrical and mechanical test samples for engineering teams
• Troubleshoot battery pack, inverter, and electronics subsystem firmware/hardware issues
• Run tests and record test data
• Build and repair wire harnesses and cables
• Assist with testing at in-house or local contract laboratories
• Build/repair temporary grid connected and islanded microgrids for testing
• Construct and debug test fixtures

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in R&D electronics environment
• Strong understanding of engineering and reliability fundamentals
• Machine shop and electrical prototyping skills
• Great mechanical fabrication and soldering skills
• Highly knowledgeable in HV/LV electronic systems
• Strong troubleshooting skills to the component level on electronic modules
• Experience with HV battery systems highly desired
• Experience with schematic capture highly desired
• Experience with programming (C, Python, LabVIEW)
• First aid/AED/CPR training highly desired