Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Engineering Technician - Prototype Fabrication

Welding & Metal FabricationUpdated on Nov 12

Full-timeLathrop, CA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Three to five years of experience in metal fabrication and welding.
Working knowledge of 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks or CATIA.
Experience operating waterjet, press brake, and shear equipment.
Experience with GMAW and GTAW welding on aluminum and steel up to 0.5 inches thick.
AWS D1.1 certification.
In-depth knowledge of reading and understanding engineering documents and drawings.
Proficiency with measurement tools, inspection methods, and metallurgical knowledge.

Responsibilities

Operate equipment including press brake, water jet, and shear.
Design and build basic or complex structures, supports, or frameworks using SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW welding methods and processes.
Read, interpret, and follow blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, weld symbols, bills of materials, and other written instructions or procedures to create equipment and products accurately.
Create specific weldment setups and fixtures to meet geometric requirements.
Identify equipment defects and complete appropriate documentation when defects are identified.
Rework or repair welded parts and products according to engineering specification changes.
Operate measuring tools precisely and efficiently in metric and imperial units, including calipers, weld gauges, tape measures, and other measuring tools.
Perform quality checks to ensure products meet quality standards and perform work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures.
Prioritize workflow through effective communication with management staff.
Use handheld power tools such as grinders, saws, and drills.

Category	Engineering & Information Technology
Location	Lathrop, California
Requisition ID	287357
Type	Full-time

Job Description

Tesla’s Energy Engineering R&D team is seeking a skilled and highly motivated welding fabricator to join the team and contribute to our mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. The welding fabricator will be a member of Tesla’s Energy Engineering Organization supporting various energy focused programs. As a prototype welding fabricator on our team, you will be supporting the development of prototype parts, systems, and complete enclosure assemblies. Through the teams’ efforts, we help enhance components and systems design by bringing conceptual ideas to the physical world. Our ideal candidate is highly skilled, self-driven, detail oriented, and has demonstrated success working with a team towards a common goal with proven results. If you are ready to accelerate yourself, those around you, and Tesla Energy to new levels, apply today.

Job Responsibilities

Operate equipment including but not limited to press brake, water jet, shear etc.
Ability to design and build basic and/or complex structures, supports or framework using SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW welding methods and processes
Read, interpret and follow basic blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, weld symbols, bills of materials, and other written instructions or procedures to accurately create equipment and products
Create specific weldment set-ups and fixtures to meet geometric requirements
Identify equipment defects and complete appropriate documentation when defects are identified
Rework and/or repair welded parts and products according to engineering specification changes
Precise and efficient operation using measuring tool in metrical and imperial units; calipers, weld gauges, tape measures, and other various measuring tools
Perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards and perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures
Prioritize workflow through effective communication with management staff
Utilize handheld power tools such as grinders, saws, and drills

Job Requirements

3 – 5 years of experience in metal fabrication and welding
Working knowledge of 3D CAD software programs (SolidWorks or Catia)
Experience operating waterjet, press brake, shear etc.
GMAW and GTAW experience in aluminum and steel up to .5” thickness
AWS D1.1 certification
In depth knowledge of reading and understanding engineering documents and drawings
Proficiency with measurement tools, inspection methods, and metallurgical knowledge
Positive energy and attitude, with a passion for prototyping and fabrication
Thrives in a fast paced constantly evolving environment with tight deadlines that require a high level of detail.

About the Company

Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

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, TX
Founded: 2003

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