Sr. Test Engineer, Powerwall 3, Energy
Tesla
Sr. Test Engineer, Powerwall 3, Energy
| Job Category | Manufacturing |
|---|---|
| Location | SPARKS, Nevada |
| Req. ID | 233522 |
| Job Type | Full-time |
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We seek a highly motivated hands-on Engineer based in Reno, Nevada to support the Energy Production Engineering group. The individual will focus on creating robust, beautiful, data centric production testing equipment. The individual will be responsible for mechanical, electrical, software, and controls of dense reliable testing equipment for our Powerwall 3 Production lines. This individual would support the team with equipment validation, commissioning, continuous improvement and troubleshooting support.
- Lead equipment commissioning, validation and integration with production lines
- Troubleshoot manufacturing test equipment which include low and high power electrical panels, mechanical fixtures with robotic, servo, pneumatic operations, and fluid systems
- Ability to review electrical schematics and trace issues, and update schematics
- Perform equipment upgrades as needed (electrical, and software), update documentation, and train various personnel (operators, technicians, engineers)
- Collaborate with Software/Hardware Engineering and external Test Engineering teams to execute on equipment and test improvements
- Debug and optimize processes to minimize cycle time and maximize uptime
- Characterize and validate equipment using data-driven statistical approaches (Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility test, Cpk, etc)
- Participate in design reviews for manufacturing test equipment
- Degree in Electrical or Mechatronic Engineering, or similar technical discipline, or equivalent work experience
- Ability to use oscilloscopes, multimeters, power analyzers and other electrical test instruments to support troubleshooting
- Experience working with and debugging common communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, GPIB, etc.)
- Experience with software version-control using one of the following tools: SVN, Git, or GitHub
- Exposure to data analytics and databases querying on the following: MySQL, MS SQL etc
- Familiarity with electronic circuits. Experience with high voltage environments is preferred but not required. Understanding of Three phase electrical systems
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical, or E-PLAN
- Read, modify, and write testing code written in GO and/or Python
- Experience in commissioning test equipment, and root causing tester vs product issues. Experience in working with various testers including EOL, functional, and burn-in
- Take ownership for Test Equipment and processes across the production lines
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
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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