Tesla's Energy Reliability Engineering team is looking for a highly motivated Reliability Technician to join our mission of advancing energy products and systems. As part of the team, you will play a key role in ensuring the highest standards of performance and reliability for our solar energy products. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with Test Engineers to validate, iterate, and refine our solar technologies. We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, passionate about solar energy, and committed to driving innovation while ensuring product quality.
As a Solar Reliability Technician, you will be deeply involved in testing and improving Tesla's cutting-edge solar products. You will also work in close collaboration with engineering teams to solve complex issues, enhance designs, and push the boundaries of functionality and reliability. Your work will have a direct impact on the future of clean energy, and your ability to adapt to fast-paced environments and thrive amidst ambiguity will be critical. Excellent communication, team collaboration, and a proactive mindset are essential.
Responsibilities - Instrument, test, and evaluate solar prototypes, including data acquisition and analysis
- Design and fabricate new test equipment and improve existing test fixtures
- Ensure a high standard of safety and organization in the solar reliability lab
- Maintain and operate advanced Environmental Test Chambers to simulate conditions for solar products
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, electrical, reliability, and integration) to troubleshoot and resolve product issues
- Integrate solar systems, including electrical connections (AC/DC high and low voltages), structural components
- Document test procedures, results, and issues thoroughly, ensuring accuracy and clarity
- Communicate technical questions, findings, and solutions effectively to team members and leadership
- Troubleshoot test setup errors and system failures to identify root causes and solutions
- Travel to support lab expansions and facilities in Fremont, Gigafactories, and future locations as needed
Requirements - Strong mechanical fabrication skills, including experience with machine shop/wood shop tools, hand tools, and power tools
- Expertise in disassembling and reassembling electromechanical systems independently
- Experience with standard electronics lab tools such as multimeters, data acquisition equipment, and power supplies
- Proficiency in wiring and electrical systems, including soldering, crimping, and following wiring diagrams
- Solid understanding of physics, electrical engineering principles, and solar technologies
- Ability to approach problems creatively and systematically, using strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to take ownership of tasks, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and manage time effectively
- Excellent written documentation skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel
- Experience working with environmental chambers and other testing equipment
- A passion for renewable energy, specifically solar, and a commitment to the success of Tesla's energy systems
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 - $50.40/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.
