Materials Test Technician

The candidate will work as a member of Tesla's Materials Engineering Test Team to support material level test and development activities. The role includes overseeing a wide variety of tests and associated test equipment, ranging from simple scratch testing devices to large mechanical test equipment and environmental chambers. Depending on the applicant under consideration, the position will be based in one of the three Materials Engineering Test Labs located in Fremont (California, USA), Shanghai (CN) or Berlin (DE)

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of tests on a broad spectrum of materials: mechanical and fastener testing, environmental testing, material characterization, and sample fabrication
• Conduct testing in an extremely fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Interface with a broad spectrum of internal customers to coordinate sample preparation, test updates and observations
• Independently complete materials tests and generate reports or summaries of findings
• Management of laboratory assets, ensuring all equipment is maintained, calibrated, and serviced
• Develop, author, and ensure conformance to laboratory standard operating procedures
• Support engineering staff in the root cause analysis of test failures and development of new test methods
• Support management in the procurement, purchase, and installation of new equipment

Requirements

• Practical knowledge and working experience within a materials test lab or similar, including basic understanding of diverse types of materials
• Experience operating and maintaining materials test equipment and/or environmental chambers is preferred. Experience working with hand tools, sample preparation equipment and CAD software is a plus
• Familiarity with materials-centric test standards (e.g., ASTM, ISO, SAE)
• Experience working with hazardous materials, with a willingness to exhibit and promote health and safety across the team
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to establish effective working relationships
• An ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and manage time independently; must maintain top level professional integrity and appearance throughout

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:

• 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
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.