Engineering Technician, Sensors & Data Acquisition

Tesla is seeking an Engineering Technician for Sensors & Data Acquisition to join their Instrumentation and Imaging Group. This role will support product validation of Tesla vehicles in development, including Cybertruck, Semi, and Next-Gen vehicles. The position involves performing and overseeing all instrumentation and data acquisition of components, sub-systems, and full vehicles in laboratory and proving ground environments.

Key responsibilities include:

• Identifying, sourcing, and procuring required data acquisition and sensors
• Installing sensors and data acquisition hardware on vehicles
• Setting up data acquisition programs and validating sensor connectivity
• Maintaining sensor libraries and coordinating calibration activities
• Creating daily work plans to achieve test plan goals
• Designing custom brackets and fixtures
• Supporting testing activities and vehicle preparation
• Performing onsite support and testing while monitoring data
• Conducting basic data analysis and cleanup

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience with vehicle instrumentation (Accelerometers, Loadcells, Pressure sensors, etc.)
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems (DTS, SOMAT, NI, DEWESOFT)
• Formal electronics training or equivalent work experience
• Ability to operate various tools and diagnostic equipment
• Strong cooperative working relationships and multitasking skills
• Minimum 3 years of instrumentation and data acquisition experience
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel domestically (up to 50%)

Tesla offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plans, and various other perks. The company is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Join Tesla and be part of a team driving innovation in the automotive and clean energy sectors!