Jobs · Engineering · Texas

Equipment Technician, Cybercab, Press

Tesla · Austin, TX · 1 mo ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time

What To Expect

You will ensure the optimal operation of manufacturing equipment through advanced troubleshooting and repair of electrical systems, PLCs, hydraulics, mechanical systems, robotics, and conveyors. Your role involves maintaining system efficiency, minimizing downtime, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance equipment reliability.

What You'll Do

  • Coverage of comprehensive preventative maintenance on industrial production equipment, including advanced mechatronics and automation systems
  • Troubleshooting and repair of complex electrical systems ranging from 24 VDC to 480 VAC, 3-phase, ensuring precise fault detection and resolution
  • Performance of in-depth corrective maintenance on hydraulic and mechanical systems, including diagnostics, component replacement, and system calibration
  • Resolution of issues in PLC-controlled systems and robotics, utilizing schematics and programming knowledge for effective repairs
  • Operation and maintenance of all cells on the production line, addressing issues in conveyor systems and optimizing performance
  • Planning and management of preventative maintenance (PM) schedule activities to ensure timely and efficient maintenance activities
  • Accurate logging of all maintenance activities, generation of detailed reports, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards

What You'll Bring

  • 5+ years of experience in maintenance for manufacturing equipment, with a strong background in electrical systems, PLCs, and hydraulics
  • Advanced skills in troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems and PLCs, with a thorough understanding of circuit schematics and fault analysis
  • Proficiency in hydraulic and pneumatic system diagnostics, including the use of advanced diagnostic tools and techniques
  • Expertise in mechanical systems and conveyor maintenance, with the ability to address complex mechanical failures and optimize system efficiency
  • Skilled in interpreting and utilizing technical drawings and schematics for maintenance and repair tasks
  • Strong problem-solving capabilities with a focus on implementing effective, long-term solutions for equipment reliability

Essential Physical Demands

  • Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day on varied and uneven terrain including concrete surfaces
  • Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/day
  • Frequent and repetitive lifting/carrying of 30 lbs., and up to 50 lbs. infrequently
  • Frequent and repetitive pushing of heavy carts and dollies
  • The ability to carry up to 20 lbs. up and down flights of stairs multiple times a day
  • Ability to drive cars & trucks back and forth while being outside of the factory for up to 12 hours/day
  • Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures while bearing hand tools on their person. For example, climbing ladders while wearing a tool belt
  • The ability to identify issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing
  • Follow all safety rules and guidelines including wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing the above-mentioned activities
  • The ability to correctly wear respiratory protection such as half and full-face respirators, if required, for up to 12 hours/day
  • The ability to perform the above-mentioned activities while working in outdoor weather conditions

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Medical plans with plan options with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both with options having a $0 paycheck contribution
  • Company-paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Company-paid Basic Life, AD&D Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program

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