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Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Vehicle Test Technician

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/19/2026
No salary listed
Junior
Berlin, Germany
In Person
Hardware EngineeringHardware Validation & Testing

About the job

Requirements
  • Completed German vocational training (Berufsausbildung) or recognized equivalent education in Vehicle Mechanic, Mechatronics, Industrial Mechanic, Agriculture or Refrigeration Technology, or comparable technical and craftsmanship education.
  • Proficient with CAN debugging and troubleshooting.
  • Strong computer skills and ability to learn new software.
  • Ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment with new technologies, equipment and processes.
  • Ability to perform repetitive and standardized work reliably and with attention to detail on complicated systems.
  • Hands-on skills with mechanical and electrical tools, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, 3D printers, machining equipment and vehicle lifts.
  • Approximately 2 years of hands-on experience with troubleshooting and repair work.
Responsibilities
  • Perform and set up vehicle component tests independently using specialized equipment, fixtures, environmental test chambers and data loggers, according to SOPs and internal standards.
  • Perform test preparation activities such as instrumentation and assembly.
  • Perform teardowns for root-cause analysis, document findings, report outcomes, and present and discuss outcomes with engineers.
  • Maintain high test throughput, efficiency and data quality; maintain and troubleshoot test equipment.
  • Support commissioning of machines and systems, including functional testing and identification and documentation of deviations or errors in electrical plans.
  • Own organizational tasks and responsibilities, including creation and maintenance of procedures, SOPs, standards, equipment, inspections, lab commissioning, facilities, maintenance and staff training.
  • Work occasionally with hazardous materials using mandated PPE, and set up and perform tests in person and in lab environments.
Desired Qualifications
  • More than 3 years of experience in development and validation testing, such as DEKRA or TÜV.
  • Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic system diagnostics, including diagnostic tools and techniques.
  • Experience with 3D printing and mechanical fabrication methods.
  • 3D design/CAD skills and creation of fundamental wiring and hydraulics diagrams.
  • Basic programming or scripting experience, particularly Python.

About the company

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Tesla makes electric cars and batteries that store power for homes and utilities, and it develops self-driving software and humanoid robots. In 2023, its Model Y became the first electric vehicle to rank as the world's best-selling car. Buyers order the Model 3 sedan, Model Y SUV, or Cybertruck pickup directly from Tesla instead of through dealers, and they charge on its Supercharger fast-charging network. It also sells Megapack and Powerwall batteries, runs a robotaxi service, and charges drivers a monthly fee for self-driving software that still needs their supervision. Tesla was founded in 2003, with Elon Musk as its lead early investor and a recognized co-founder, and it is based in Austin, Texas.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Austin, Texas

Founded

2003

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What believers are saying

  • Sales are growing again: revenue rose 26% to $28.2 billion in the June 2026 quarter, after falling 3% in 2025.
  • Software adds income beyond cars: paid users of its supervised self-driving feature rose 56% to 1.48 million by June 2026.
  • Hiring is back: Tesla's headcount grew 7% to 134,785 by December 2025, after layoffs shrank it 11% in 2024.

What critics are saying

  • Growth isn't reaching profit: operating profit fell 57% to $398 million in the June 2026 quarter, a 1.4% margin.
  • Alphabet's Waymo is far ahead in robotaxis: Texas records in May 2026 listed 577 Waymo vehicles to Tesla's 42.
  • Stock grants have lost value: Tesla shares fell 17% in 2026 through October 8, after a December 2025 record.

What makes Tesla unique

  • Energy storage punches above its weight: Tesla's energy unit made 13% of 2025 sales but 22% of gross profit.
  • Tesla set the charging standard: Ford, GM and all major EV sellers in North America adopted its plug by 2024.
  • Robots are written into Musk's pay: his 2025 award sets goals of 1 million humanoid robots and 1 million robotaxis.

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  • Remote Work Options
  • Flexible Work Hours

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Oct 21st, 2026
Tesla shares flat as Q3 revenue slips to $28.0B and capex jumps 110% to $4.7B

Tesla shares were flat in after-hours trading on Wednesday after third-quarter revenue narrowly missed forecasts, even as adjusted earnings beat them. Revenue was $28.0 billion against an estimated $28.3 billion, and adjusted earnings were $0.48 per share against an expected $0.45. Capital expenditure jumped 110% to $4.7 billion as Tesla pushed into artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics. Free cash flow was $1.5 billion, and adjusted net income fell 4% to $1.7 billion. Vehicle deliveries dropped 2%. Tesla guided to more than $25 billion in capital expenditure for 2026, up from $8.53 billion in 2025. Chief executive Elon Musk called 2026 "a massive capex year." The stock is down 14% this year.

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Oct 21st, 2026
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Tesla beat Wall Street's third-quarter estimates on Wednesday, and its shares rose about 1% to $390.61 in extended trading after gaining 3.4% in the regular session. Adjusted earnings were 48 cents a share, against 43 cents expected by analysts, according to LSEG. Revenue was $28.05 billion, roughly flat from a year ago and above the $27.9 billion estimate. Automotive revenue fell 3% to $20.56 billion, and energy revenue dropped 16% to $2.88 billion. Services and other revenue rose 33% to $4.61 billion. Net income fell 29% to $787 million as Tesla spends heavily on AI and robotics. Capex more than doubled to $3.73 billion, and free cash flow fell 62% to $1.53 billion. Deliveries fell about 2% to 486,532. A day earlier, Elon Musk said on SpaceX's earnings call that combining the two companies would be a good idea. He said both boards have formed special committees to study a deal.

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Oct 21st, 2026
Tesla revenue flat at $28B as capex hits $4.7B, well below forecasts

Tesla's third-quarter revenue slipped less than 1% to $28 billion, missing expectations of $28.2 billion. Net income fell 43% to $787 million, short of the $925 million analysts expected. Capital spending reached $4.7 billion, more than double the level a year earlier but well below expectations of $7.8 billion. Shares rose 1.7% in after-hours trading. Tesla said it has begun initial production of its Optimus humanoid robot, and it recently launched robotaxi service in Austin, Texas. It also began producing the Tesla Semi. The company reported its largest backlog of vehicle orders in four years, largely due to limited battery supply. Chief executive officer Elon Musk said on SpaceX's earnings call that Tesla and SpaceX have formed special committees to consider a merger. He said he is not allowed to take part in the talks but thinks it is "a good idea.