Engineering Technician, Lab Equipment, Cell Engineering

What to Expect

This is an opportunity to work in the Cell Qualification group which is responsible for testing and qualifying Tesla's next-generation Li-ion battery cells and developing new cell test methods. We are looking for a Lab Maintenance Technician to join our Gigafactory Nevada Cell Characterization Lab and lead day-to-day lab maintenance operations.

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on various electrical and mechanical equipment and tools, following established procedures and user manuals
• Conduct hands‑on electrical testing and data collection
• Utilize PC‑based programs to document maintenance schedules and tasks performed
• Troubleshoot and resolve test equipment issues to ensure optimal uptime and accuracy
• Collect portable test equipment for calibration and update calibration records
• Lead/support equipment installation, test fixture/cabinet assembly, and validation
• Report lab or process issues and assist in identifying solutions
• Support operational tasks to maintain a world‑class lab environment by organizing lab benches and stock rooms, refilling fluids for chillers and humidity chambers, and tracking spare parts and consumable hardware for reordering, etc.

• Knowledge in electrical or mechanical engineering fundamentals
• Experience maintaining and trouble‑shooting laboratory equipment such as multimeters, battery cyclers, temperature chambers, water circulation chillers, vacuum systems, and/or power tools
• Ability to read and interpret complex schematics, mechanical drawings, vacuum diagrams, flow charts, OEM manuals, instructions, and tool guides
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. as required
• High attention to detail and the ability to execute test procedures with a high level of accuracy
• Proficient in Windows and MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong communication/team skills and internal customer orientation

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