Engineering Technician, Prototype Fabricator

Tesla's Energy Engineering R&D team is seeking a skilled and highly motivated Fabricator to join the team and contribute to our mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy.

The prototype fabricator will be a member of Tesla's Energy Engineering Organization supporting various energy focused programs. As a Prototype Fabricator on our team, you will be supporting the development of prototype parts, systems, and complete enclosure assemblies. Through the teams' efforts, we help enhance components and systems design by bringing conceptual ideas to the physical world.

Our ideal candidate is highly skilled, self-driven, detail oriented, and has demonstrated success working with a team towards a common goal with proven results. If you are ready to accelerate yourself, those around you, and Tesla Energy to new levels, apply today.

• Weld or join metal components (Steel, Aluminum, and Stainless Steel) together using various techniques and methods including MIG, TIG, and ARC welding
• Cut, bend, and form metal components using a range of fabrication equipment such as vertical/horizontal bandsaws, lathes, drill presses, and various types of grinders
• Experience with manual and CNC hydraulic vertical press brakes and associated dies/punches
• Working knowledge of 3D CAD/CAM software programs. (Ideally - Catia V5/6, Solidworks,Fusion360, and MasterCam)
• Review technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics to determine the requirements for metalfabrication projects
• Provide feedback to engineers, other fabricators and management on design and processimprovement
• Use various inspection and measurement tools to validate your work along with root causeanalysis and problem-solving skills for identified design flaws or needed reworks

• 3 years work experience in fabrication
• Experience in welding (must include TIG and MIG), manual machining (Mill and Lathe) andknowledge and experience with shop tools/machines (drill press, bandsaws, belt sanders,hydraulic press, oxy-acetylene torch, hand tools etc.)
• Knowledge in sheet metal design and fabrication
• In depth knowledge of Engineering documents/CAD/Drawings
• Proficiency with measurement tools, inspection methods, and metallurgical knowledge
• Positive energy and attitude, with a passion for prototyping and fabrication
• Thrives in a fast paced constantly evolving environment with tight deadlines that requires a highlevel of detail

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

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.