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Engineering Technician, Optimus

Tesla Motors, Inc.
24.40 - 65.40 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Palo Alto
Dec 16, 2025
What to Expect As an Engineering Technician on Tesla's Optimus Service team,you'llcollaborate with some of the most brilliant technicians and engineers globallyto maximize uptime for our fleet of humanoid robots. Yourexpertisewill help drive innovation,identifyareas for improvement, and ensure the reliability and performance of our products.Your attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to think critically will be essential inidentifyingand resolving complex technical issues. To succeed in this role, you must be a team player with excellent communication skills, a strong work ethic, and a passion for innovation. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, adapting to changing priorities, and thriving in ambiguity.The successful candidate for this position must have a broad background in mechatronics, industrial, and/or automotive maintenance. Must be a self-starter and able problem solve independently. What You'll Do Conductdiagnostic tests onOptimus robots and associated parts toidentifyfaults and repair quickly and efficiently Collaborate withengineers to develop and execute test plans, procedures, and protocols tovalidate performance and reliability Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, including design, reliability, andengineering, toidentifyand resolve technical issues and improve product design Provide clear and concise documentation ofmaintenance protocolsand technical issues to support data-driven decision making Maintain a high standard of organization and safety in the lab, including inventory management, tooling, and equipment maintenance Identifyopportunities for process improvements and implement changes to increase efficiency and productivity You may travel to support lab expansion andmaintenanceactivitiesin theBay Area and/or global Tesla facilities What You'll Bring 3+ years oftechnicalexperience in robotics, automotive service, manufacturing, or equivalent Previoushands-on experience with high voltage systems, wire harnesses, mechanical components, electro-mechanical devices, soldering irons, wire crimping tools, multi-meters, and oscilloscopes Familiar and comfortable with soldering iron/tweezers,hot air, handtoolsand some power tools Previousexperience withwire harnesses: connectors, contact terminals, ground terminals, cables,clipsand taping.Able to read electrical schematics/harness drawings and create a harness from scratch Analytical problem solvingandroot cause analysisskills Able and willing to lift 50lbs. Valid driver's licenserequired 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 - $65.40/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.