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Prototype Vehicle Technician, Chassis Controls

What to Expect

We are looking for a Engineering Technician who will be responsible for preparing prototype and production level vehicles for chassis controls testing. This full time role requires the flexibility of traveling (30%) to various domestic and international destinations in summer and winter conditions. You will enable the testing of safety critical chassis controls software (Traction Control, Stability Control, Steering, ABS, etc.).

What You’ll Do

Support prototype vehicle builds
Maintain vehicles and update to latest specifications
Provide vehicle support at remote proving grounds
Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues
Perform vehicle inspections
Track prototype parts
Coordinate vehicle and equipment logistics
Communicate issues discovered clearly and directly
Seasonal travel to proving grounds around the world (40%)

What You’ll Bring

3+ years Vehicle Technician experience
Valid driver's license required
Strong workmanship and attention to detail
Able to work against high-level goals without day to day oversight
Able to multi-task, prioritize and work in an extremely fast-paced environment
Fabrication skills, preferred
Exposure to vehicle testing, preferred
Knowledge of CAN architecture, preferred

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

Along 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
Expected Compensation
$28.80 - $56.40/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits

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.

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