Instrumentation Technician – (Fremont, CA)
This position will work as a member of Tesla’s Instrumentation and Imaging Group to support full vehicle and sub-system tests performed in-house and at external test labs. This role is responsible for performing and overseeing all instrumentation and data acquisition. Additionally, this technician will support vehicle preparation and tear-down and test execution, as dictated by test priorities. The successful candidate for this position will have a broad background in automotive testing.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
· Installation of data acquisition equipment to include sensors (i.e. accelerometers, gyros, thermocouples, strain gauges, load cells, pressure transducers, torque sensors, displacement sensors, BUS monitors, GPS, etc.) Identify, source, and procure required data acquisition and sensors
· Maintain sensor library, sensor repair, coordinate calibration activities of all instrumentation
· Oversee and/or perform installation of sensors and data acquisition equipment
· Create daily work plans to achieve test plan goals on schedule
· Design and create custom brackets and fixtures
· Support testing activities and/or vehicle preparation and tear-down as required by workflow priority
· Select appropriate sensing devices for use with data collection systems
· Perform onsite support and testing while monitoring and validating data.
· Data analysis and correlation
Essential Skills:
· Experience with data acquisition systems and instrumenting vehicles with accelerometers, pressure sensors, thermocouples, strain gauges, etc.; experience with DTS, SOMAT, NI, and DEWESOFT data acquisition tools preferred
· Formal electronics training (AC/DC circuits, formulas, and components) or equivalent work experience
· Strain gauge selection, installation, and wiring for torque, load, bending, etc.
· Ability to operate and maintain a wide variety of hand and power tools, shop tools, and shop equipment, for the servicing of automobiles
· Ability to operate and use diagnostic scan tools, scopes, meters, and other test equipment
· Experience with MS office tools (Outlook/Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Project), and Adobe products
· Ability to follow oral and written instructions
· Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including the public
· Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet deadlines
· Work in a team-based environment to achieve common goals
· Maintain top level professional integrity and appearance as a test technician
Qualifications:
· A minimum of 3 years of instrumentation and data acquisition experience or applicable degree/certification
· Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record
· Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally (Up to 10%)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $29.00 – $38.00 per hour
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Work Location: One location