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Engineering Technician, Electrical Hardware Test & Validation, Optimus

Tesla Motors, Inc.
24.40 - 65.40 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Palo Alto
Jun 24, 2026
What to Expect As a member of the Optimus test team, you will perform hands-on component-level testing and validation across electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation disciplines, with a primary focus on electrical test execution and prototype bring-up. You will set up test equipment, fabricate harnesses, solder and instrument hardware, and collect data that directly informs engineering decisions. The role requires strong electrical skills, a methodical approach to test execution, and the flexibility to support thermal, environmental, and mechanical tasks as needed. What You'll Do Execute component-level tests including setup, instrumentation, signal integrity analysis, data collection, and validation using oscilloscopes, power supplies, and electronic loads Fabricate wire harnesses, solder PCBs, and instrument prototypes using schematics, hand tools, and precision measurement equipment Install thermocouples and perform component-level thermal chamber and environmental stress testing Run and modify Python scripts and use Linux CLI to support test execution and data acquisition Optimize and document test processes to improve throughput, yield, and data quality while supporting new test bring-up Collaborate with engineers during bring-up activities, escalate anomalies, and interface on component modifications Maintain lab safety protocols, ESD standards, and a clean organized workspace What You'll Bring 2+ years of hands-on experience in electrical testing and prototype validation or a related technical discipline Strong proficiency with hand tools, precision measurement instruments, soldering techniques, and torque applications Demonstrated experience with environmental chamber testing, oscilloscope-based signal analysis, power supplies, and electronic loads Experience with data collection and reporting in MS Excel and ability to run and adapt Python scripts for test workflows Comfort navigating Linux CLI to support test execution and data acquisition Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience 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 - $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.