Engineering Technician, Cell Quality Engineering

What To ExpectTesla is seeking skilled Engineering Technicians to join the Cell Manufacturing Quality Team. This role focuses on supporting production operations through process development and equipment improvement. A strong eagerness to learn, adaptability, and effective communication skills will be essential for collaborating with cross-functional teams and contributing to Tesla's mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy.What You'll DoAdhere to company safety and conduct policies while maintaining a safe work environmentOperate and troubleshoot manufacturing processes using SPC or other data analysis toolsEnsure process stability and quality of production output at assigned stationsDevelop, maintain, and implement process changes, control plans, and manufacturing instructionsEscalate issues to shift supervisors, managers, and quality teams as neededSupport engineering activities, including process and equipment validationsTrain and guide associates on equipment operation, processes, and IPQC inspections while collaborating with maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to improve key process metricsWhat You'll Bring3+ years of experience in a pilot or production settingAbility to interpret mechanical and electrical schematics as well as engineering drawingsProficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word, command of English language, both written and verbalExperience with SPC, process capability, and gauge R&R interpretationKnowledge of Minitab or JMP as an advantageFamiliarity with SQL/DBeaver, Python, or Jupyter Notebook as an advantageUnderstanding of basic material fabrication, CAD, and GD&T as an advantageEssential Physical Demands:Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day on varied and uneven terrain including concrete surfacesStoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/dayMust be able to frequently and repetitively lift/carry 30 lbs. and up to 50 lbs. infrequentlyFrequently and repetitively push heavy carts and dolliesThe ability to carry up to 20 lbs. up and down flights of stairs multiple times a dayAbility to identify issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearingFollow all safety rules and guidelines including wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing the above-mentioned activitiesAbility to correctly wear respiratory protection such as half and full-face respirators, if required, for up to 12 hours/dayBenefitsAlong with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period) Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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 Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels), Tesla