Tesla Looking For Material Test Technician at Fremont, CA Full Time

JOB TITLE
Materials Test Technician
THE ROLE
The Materials Technician will be responsible for materials testing/characterization including: setup of test fixtures, conducting materials and component tests, and collecting data. This individual will work closely with Materials Engineers to execute test plans in a highly dynamic environment. These efforts will include a wide range of materials, and components derived from in-house innovations. The successful candidate will have a high degree of mechanical aptitude and be able to work effectively on their own.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with Materials Engineers to conduct materials/component testing
• Compile, organize, and archive test data
• Perform routine maintenance of materials characterization instruments such as FTIR, DSC, TGA, and light microscopes.
• Maintain clean lab space via 5S principles
• Plan, procure, organize, maintain and run test equipment
• Comply with safety policies and regulations
• Autonomous, self-starter/initiative.

REQUIREMENTS

• 3+ years’ of relevant experience
• 2+ year of testing experience, including (but not limited to):

• Materials testing
• Mechanical / structural testing
• Environmental stress testing
• Electrical testing

• Experience with building and/or construction
• Ability/willingness to get on a roof
• Ability to operate and maintain lab equipment as well as hand/power tools.
• Competency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to conduct physically demanding activities including ability to lift 50 lbs
• Ability to work safely with chemicals.
• Regular reliable predictable attendance in the office interacting with others required
• A collaborative personality and is able to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background screen
• Excellent teamwork/interpersonal skills, willing to gain and share new knowledge and the ability to communicate effectively.
• Remain engaged, proactive and positive in tough circumstances. Own assignments and take full accountability for their success
• Positive attitude, eager to learn and ability to change direction quickly

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37.00 – $50.00 per hour