Tesla · 1 day ago
Prototype Technician, Cybertruck, CNC & Fabrication
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expTesla is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Prototype Machinist to support tooling and production needs across all production lines. The role involves machining tight tolerance components, operating machine shop equipment, and collaborating with teams to produce various components and assemblies.
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Responsibilities
Machine tight tolerance components and assemblies using manual machine tools to make or modify parts, weldments and assemblies. Applying knowledge of mechanics, mathematics, layout, and good machining procedures
Operate typical machine shop equipment’s including but not limited to mills, lathes, drill presses, surface grinders, grinders, sanders and saws
Use 3D and 2D CAD/CAM software such as CATIA, SOLIDWORKS, MASTERCAM and AUTOCAD to view and/or extract components from solid model assemblies to generate toolpaths and detailed drawings
Work with minimal supervision and limited detailed drawings or blueprints
Interpret verbal or written instructions and work independently to complete jobs from set up to final inspection
Work closely with managers, engineers, and technicians to produce a wide variety of components, weldments, and assemblies
General shop responsibilities (i.e. help ensure a safe working environment, equipment maintenance and repair, housekeeping duties, organization of shop materials and supplies)
Qualification
Required
2-3 years minimum experience as a Tool & Die Maker or Prototype Machinist
2-3 years minimum experience as a Manual Machinist. CNC Lathe experience is a plus
Experience working with a wide range of materials from hardened tool steels to plastics (i.e. tool steels, pre-hardened steels, stainless steels, low carbon steels, aluminum, plastics, copper, and brass)
Welding/Fabrication & sheet metal knowledge and experience (TIG Welding)
Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
Work efficiently and productively in independent and team settings
Communicate clearly using excellent written and verbal skills
Benefits
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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