Robotics Engineering Technician, Dyno Measurements, Optimus

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Robotics Engineering Technician, Dyno Measurements, Optimus

| Job Category | Tesla AI | | Location | Palo Alto, California | | Req. ID | 265229 | | Job Type | Full-time |

What to Expect

Tesla is at the forefront of innovation in high power density actuators and motors, and we are looking for a skilled Dyno Technician to join our dynamic Testing Team. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the precision and performance of our cutting-edge components by conducting measurements and setups on advanced dynamometer systems. You will collaborate with R&D and engineering teams to support custom test configurations and contribute to our mission of excellence in electric vehicle technology.

What You’ll Do

• Perform measurements of motors and actuators using dynamometer systems
• Set up actuators and motors on dyno equipment for testing
• Write and run basic test sequences for evaluation purposes
• Debug and resolve various dyno-related issues
• Support R&D teams with custom test configurations as needed
• Handle equipment setup for rotational components
• Ensure accurate data collection and reporting during testing processes

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 1 year of experience in rotational component testing or related field
• Familiarity with rotational machinery components and testing methodologies
• Ability to write simple event-based test scripts for dyno operations
• Proficiency in measuring 4-point resistance and insulation tests
• Experience with MS Office, SQL, and data visualization software
• Knowledge of MATLAB or Python (Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib packages) is a plus

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

• $24.40 - $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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