Engineering Technician, Energy Remanufacturing

About the role

• Engineering Technician, Energy Remanufacturing | Tesla (Manufacturing)
• Location: Buffalo, New York | Req ID: 281463 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

The Remanufacturing Engineering Technician reports to the Engineering Manager. They are responsible for determining the root failures of complex electromechanical assemblies, and repairing or remanufacturing those products to specification. This position will involve gaining an understanding of various components and their interaction within the vehicle.

The Remanufacturing Engineering Technician analyzes components, equipment, test results, assembly methods, drawing prints, and electrical schematics to determine the true cause of a problem. Once a countermeasure is identified, they also work with the production staff and engineers to prevent further recurrences.

Remanufacturing Engineering Technicians will also use hand tools, computer-based test equipment, and internal databases to analyze and repair product and subassemblies in an efficient manner. An equally important responsibility is to help reman production line with continuous improvements in, quality, safety, and efficiency as well as authoring, troubleshooting, and enhancing assembly instructions.

What You'll Do

• Perform complex and precise electrical and mechanical debug, repair, and remanufacturing
• Maintain repair history through diligent record keeping and adherence to process
• Communicate findings effectively to Design, Manufacturing, Quality, Safety, and other departments
• Possess a thorough understanding of individual components and entire systems
• Engage engineering resources from other teams to both learn and offer insights
• Query databases to mine potentially useful information, plus be able to efficiently refine raw data sets to tell a meaningful story
• Work from both detailed and ambiguous manufacturing documentation, as well as written and verbal instructions

What You'll Bring

• Minimum 3 years of experience in assembly and repair of electro-mechanical components or electric motors
• Minimum 1 year in an analytical/ problems solving role related to manufacturing
• Previous knowledge analyzing large datasets and graphical representation of data is necessary
• Knowledge of python or SQL is preferred
• Ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions, electrical diagrams, and mechanical drawings
• Good command of the English language, both written and verbal
• Proficient with computer tools, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and work management programs

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
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)

Expected Compensation

• Engineering Technician I - $27.45 - $30.60/hour
• Engineering Technician II - $31.64 - $34.96/hour
• Engineering Technician III - $34.73 - $40.36/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits for all levelsPay 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.