R&D Fabricator, Water Jet Operator

The R&D Fabrication is a member of the Test Facilities & Equipment Engineering Team within the Engineering Test Organization.

This team member will be fabricating parts in support of the development, implementation, and application of Tesla internal test and validation plans and methods for various automotive systems and components. The ideal candidate has a proven record of success in the fabrication of parts and fixtures or other structural members in an engineering/manufacturing environment. He/she must have a broad technical background with the ability to work with engineering, manufacturing and quality personnel across a wide variety of tasks. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are a requirement to establish effective working relationships within Tesla.

The successful candidate for this position takes pride in their abilities, organization skills, and attention to detail. They appreciate an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed, and rewarded.

• Program, operate and maintain shop water jet in a Prototype environment

• Post process water jet parts with the use of manual mill, drill press, belt & disc sander and misc. power tools
• Support with fabrication of test fixtures as required
• Material and Tool Ordering as required
• Provide solutions or alternative approaches to solve basic technical manufacturing problems
• Perform all assignments in accordance with ES&H, security, and business practice. requirements and policies
• Interact with engineering teams to handle and execute work requests
• Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
• Maintain flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and assignments, coping with rapidly changing information
• Work efficiently and productively in independent and team settings

• 2-year technical degree preferred (i.e. Automotive Technology-Wyotech) or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience working in an engineering/manufacturing and prototype environment
• 2-3 years experience with laser or water jet operation
• Experience with water jet programming software
• Experience and demonstrated success with fabrication, fitting and welding of precision work pieces and assemblies with tight tolerances
• MIG and TIG welding experience (including structural steel (>1" thick), sheet metal (steel), aluminum profile (aluminum plate)
• Experience with manual machining practices (lateh and vertical mill)
• Experience and demonstrated success in the use and maintenance of shop equipment and tooling (i.e. drill press, band saw, shear, break, grinders, sanders, plasma cutter, etc.)
• Remain engaged, proactive and positive in tough circumstances, owning assignments and taking full accountability for their success
• Work with attention to detail while maintaining a clean and organized workspace

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

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.