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Engineering Technician, PCBA Rework

Tesla Motors, Inc.
33.60 - 56.40 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Palo Alto
Jul 29, 2025
What to Expect Tesla Power Electronics is seeking a highly skilled and motivated PCBA Rework Technician to join our team. In this role, you will build, rework, and maintain repairs on PCBAs, and install instrumentation for testing in the Power Electronics Lab. You will collaborate closely with the Electrical Engineering and Design teams to define and build equipment, focusing on PCBA rework, electrical wiring (high and low voltage controls/comms), and custom instrumentation setup (e.g., voltage, current, temperature, flow rate). A typical day will involve communicating with the engineering team, performing rework tasks, providing feedback, updating documentation, and contributing to workflow enhancements when opportunities arise. What You'll Do Utilize soldering tools (iron/tweezers, hot air, preheaters/hot plate), hand tools, and power tools to populate, test, and repair prototype PCBAs, including through-hole and SMD components down to 0402 and 0201 sizes using a microscope Install instrumentation onto PCBAs, such as thermocouples, strain gauges, and other sensors, to support testing and data collection Read and comprehend electronic schematics or work from written/verbal instructions, often with minimal formal documentation, while maintaining accurate records for future reference Troubleshoot various systems using documentation, instrumentation, and input from multiple Engineering teams, identifying root causes and suggesting practical solutions Fabricate cable harnesses, demonstrating familiarity with various sleeving, wire, cable, and connector types, as well as crimp tools and techniques Maintain an organized rework station, proactively managing tools and supplies to minimize downtime Take initiative on additional tasks as requested, with the potential to contribute to process improvements and efficiency gains in the lab over time What You'll Bring 3+ years of experience in an engineering development environment IPC certification highly desired Exceptional electrical prototyping skills (soldering, wire harness fabrication, harness diagrams) Strong troubleshooting skills at the board component level, with an ability to analyze inefficiencies and propose practical ideas A proactive mindset with an interest in optimizing workflows or organizing systems to enhance productivity A safety-oriented approach with a willingness to adhere to company safety policies Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, a positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities Experience in Confluence, Jira, MS 365, Python, LabVIEW, Modbus communication, CAN communication, or basic networking is a plus, especially for supporting test setups Compensation and Benefits Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays Back-up childcare and parenting support resources Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs Tesla Babies program Commuter benefits Employee discounts and perks program Expected Compensation $33.60 - $56.40/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.