Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Diagnostic Technician - Robotics

Hardware Validation & TestingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeFremont, CA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

At least 3 years of hands-on diagnostic and repair experience in manufacturing, robotics, automotive, aerospace, or a similar industry.
Strong electrical diagnostic expertise, including the ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and printed circuit board layouts.
Proficiency with diagnostic equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and signal generators.
Understanding of power systems, motor controls, sensor technologies, and communication protocols such as CAN and Ethernet.
Strong technical writing and documentation abilities.
Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to engineering and technician peers.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced lab environment and proactively communicate status and blockers.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and rapidly shift focus.
Accountability for diagnostic quality, data integrity, and documentation.

Responsibilities

Perform advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting across Optimus robot subsystems using systematic workflows and best practices, and resolve challenging electrical and electromechanical failures.
Follow established diagnostic approaches and contribute updates to work instructions, troubleshooting guides, and the diagnostic documentation library.
Partner with engineering teams to understand design changes, participate in root cause analysis, and provide feedback on common failures and diagnostic gaps.
Track diagnostic data, document lessons learned, and contribute to reports on diagnostic effectiveness and recurring issues.
Maintain diagnostic tools and equipment inventory.
Adhere to lab safety protocols and help maintain a safe, organized work environment.
Communicate technical status, findings, and blockers clearly to the broader team.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with Jira, Confluence, or similar collaboration and documentation tools.
Experience with robotic systems, mechatronics, or complex electromechanical systems.
Experience with Python and Linux, such as scripting, shell or command-line usage, or diagnostic automation.

Category	Tesla SI
Location	Fremont, California
Requisition ID	289140
Type	Full-time

Job Description

In this role, you will support Optimus humanoid robot diagnostics through hands-on troubleshooting, structured testing/validation and clear documentation. You will work closely with engineering and technical peers to isolate failures, capture data, and improve diagnostic clarity and repeatability across the program. Successful candidates will have strong electrical diagnostic expertise, disciplined documentation habits, and a collaborative working style with excellent communication skills. Shift: 6:00AM - 6:00PM Week 1: Sunday, Monday, TuesdayWeek 2: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Shift: 6:00PM - 6:00AMWeek 1: Sunday, Monday, TuesdayWeek 2: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Saturday

Job Responsibilities

Perform advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting across Optimus robot subsystems using systematic workflows and best practices. Resolve challenging electrical and electromechanical failures
Follow established diagnostic approaches; contribute updates to work instructions, troubleshooting guides, and the diagnostic documentation library
Partner with engineering teams to understand design changes, participate in root cause analysis, and provide feedback on common failures and diagnostic gaps
Track diagnostic data, document lessons learned, and contribute to reports on diagnostic effectiveness and recurring issues
Maintain diagnostic tools and equipment inventory
Adhere to lab safety protocols and help maintain a safe, organized work environment
Communicate technical status, findings, and blockers clearly to the broader team

Job Requirements

3+ years of hands-on diagnostic and repair experience in manufacturing, robotics, automotive, aerospace, or a similar industry. Strong electrical diagnostic expertise, including reading schematics, wiring diagrams, and PCB layouts
Proficiency with diagnostic equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and signal generators
Understanding of power systems, motor controls, sensor technologies, and communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet)
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to engineering and technician peers
Strong technical writing and documentation abilities (experience with Jira, Confluence, or similar collaboration and documentation tools preferred)
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced lab environment and communicate status and blockers proactively. A positive, solution-oriented attitude, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and rapidly shift focus. A strong sense of ownership, responsibility, and accountability for diagnostic quality, data integrity, and documentation
Experience with robotic systems, mechatronics, or complex electromechanical systems preferred. Experience with Python and Linux (for example, scripting, shell/command-line usage, or diagnostic automation) preferred

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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