Tesla
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Industrial Machine Builder

Pay
$26 – $51 per hour
Location
Elgin, IL · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Mid-level
Listed
29 days ago

About the role

  • Industrial Machine Builder | Tesla (Manufacturing)
  • Location: ELGIN, Illinois | Req ID: 250303 | Job Type: Full-time
  • What to Expect

We are looking for a highly motivated and “hands-on” individual to join our Mechanical Assembly Team for the assembly of a new generation of high speed, automated manufacturing equipment. The role includes interpreting mechanical drawings and pneumatic schematics, mechanical assembly of machine components, machining of parts, machine mechanical start-up, testing and debug, and some travel for machine installation and commissioning support. Employees must provide their own basic set of hand tools.

Shift: 07:00AM - 3:30PM; Monday - Friday. Overtime will be available depending on the needs of the business.

What You'll Do

  • Reading and interpreting mechanical drawings including assembly drawings and detail component drawings, as well as assembly of precision machine components with some machining of parts (milling and turning) as required for assembly of custom engineered automated machinery
  • Mechanical systems testing and debug (i.e. diagnoses trouble or defects, determines corrective action and repairs system)., systems commissioning, installation and troubleshooting of machines on-site
  • Assemble and install equipment at other Tesla locations (up to 40% of the time)
  • Interface with project team (i.e. Controls Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Assemblers, Project Manager, etc.)
  • Perform system checkout and assists in automation systems startups for service installed jobs
  • Provide status updates to management on assigned projects
  • Other duties may be assigned to support the needs of the business

What You'll Bring

  • 5+ years of proven experience in assembly of custom automated machinery, as well as very strong analytical and troubleshooting of mechanical systems skills
  • Ability to read & interpret engineering drawings, mechanical drawings, and pneumatic schematics
  • Familiar with basic hand tools, basic measuring tools (Vernier, micrometers, height gauge etc.) to tolerances of.001”, and machine shop equipment (lathe/mill/surface grinder/drill press)
  • Must be a self-starter, team player, work well with others, and have a positive attitude
  • Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues, report, repair and/or correct the issues with minimal supervision
  • Must be able and willing to travel and work at other Tesla locations
  • Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal

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$25.92 - $50.76/hour + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.

Read the original posting

From Tesla's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 12, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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