Tesla Looking For Energy Engineering Technician, Systems Test at Palo Alto, CA Full Time

As an Engineering Technician on the Systems Integration team with Tesla Energy, you will own the installation of test equipment, including Residential & Industrial Energy storage products in an R&D setting. The job involves a variety of electrical disciplines and a strong candidate will be able to execute on many different scopes of work.

Responsibilities

– Installs Residential and Industrial products and test equipment up to 480VAC / 1000V DC

– Installs and maintains electrical panels, power distribution and electrical drops

– Works closely with engineering, facilities and technicians to install equipment in a fast-paced work environment

– Builds infrastructure using channel strut, conduit, overhead wire trays and electrical enclosures

– Consults manuals, reading and interpreting diagrams, blueprints, and schematics

– Performs a wide variety of job scopes including power supplies, transformers, solar panels, etc.

– Displays positive attitudes and practices good work ethics that reflects the mission, philosophy, and goals of the company.

– Completes tasks in a timely manner and provide feedback

Requirements

– Must have a minimum of 2+ years of electrical experience in industrial, commercial and/or residential setting

– Efficient in sizing conductors, conduits and using NEC Code Book.

– Ability to produce parts lists and work plans based off drawings or lab walks

– Ability to install electrical equipment and circuit modification

– Experienced in handling low to high voltage up to 480 VAC

– Experience working with Solar up to 1000VDC is a plus

– Strong working knowledge of job site safety with the ability to thoroughly evaluate job hazards and complete pre-work task planning with an emphasis on identifying electrical hazards and proper safety procedures

– Ability to interpret electrical prints and schematics

– Ability to produce as-built drawing for work performed

– Knowledge in using hand tools, electrical meter, and testing equipment

– Strong knowledge in installing and troubleshooting of PLCs, motor controls, electronic components a plus

– Ability to test and commission all work per Tesla procedures and building department code

– Ability to complete job scopes outside of normal core competencies as required

– Ability to work in high elevation up to 80 ft. high

– Must have strong interpersonal skills, along with the ability to interact with all levels of management; must have a high degree of initiative, and the ability to work alone and effectively with other people

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40.00 – $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Palo Alto, CA 94304: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location