Engineering jobs in Millbrae, CA

Oct 04, 2026

Full time

$6,088 monthly

Department of Motor Vehicles Redwood City, CA

Applicants who previously applied in response to Job Posting JC-423483 with the final filing date of 09/24/2024, must reapply to be considered for this recruitment. Applications will be considered according to the established cut off periods of 11/13/24 and 12/24/24 candidates who are the most qualified will be invited to an interview. If a candidate for hire is identified during the established cut off period, candidates that file during the subsequent cut off period will not be considered. This position is located in the San Francisco Bay Peninsula, as such an additional 5% pay for Bay Area Engineer (Local 39 MOU) will be granted. Under the general direction of the Chief Engineer (CE) II, the Stationary Engineer inspects all heating and air conditioning equipment monthly in DMV state-owned offices; changes filters, belts, oil, and handles refrigerant; troubleshoots and repairs failed equipment independently with minimal supervision; follows safety procedures and...

Sep 23, 2026

Engineering Technician, Hardware Test Infrastructure

$24.40 - $50.40 hourly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

As an Engineering Technician specializing in test equipment assembly at Tesla, you will play a critical role in supporting engineering teams by assembling test fixtures, electronic enclosures, and custom rack-mounted testing equipment for component-level PCB testing. This role requires a strong background in electrical systems, with the ability to independently build electrical panels and harnesses based on provided blueprints. Collaboration with engineering, purchasing, and machine shop teams will be essential to ensure the successful execution of projects and maintenance of high-quality standards. The Role Interpret harness drawings and perform precision cuts, strips, crimps, and assembly of high-density harnesses according to specifications Utilize electrical schematics to manage component layout, harness routing, point-to-point wiring, and assembly of rack-mounted test infrastructure while ensuring continuity verification Maintain detailed records of wiring and...

Sep 23, 2026

Test Engineering Technician, Failure Analysis

$24.40 - $56.40 hourly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

The Failure Analysis Team's mission is to determine root cause and contributing factors to improve the experience of Tesla's products by reducing field issues, in collaboration with large cross-section of other engineering teams. Engineers and Technicians on the team are responsible for a wide variety of vehicle and energy product systems for existing models and models in development. This extremely high visibility individual contributor role requires extensive hands-on work who will take initiative. The Role Build and operate automated test equipment such as test PCBAs, harnesses and fixtures to make functional testing more efficient and repeatable Utilize existing company-wide test infrastructure to new products and parts Perform data analysis on test results and present findings to requesting engineers Support day-day operations of staff performing high volume part testing Debug complex digital and analog LV PCBAs Requirements...

Sep 23, 2026

Manufacturing Engineering Technician, Battery Development

$33.60 - $56.40 hourly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

Tesla is looking to hire a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to contribute to the development and deployment of specialized processes and equipment for our cutting-edge Battery products. Battery development is at the heart of our company, and this is an exciting opportunity to work directly on the central challenges with electric vehicles - battery cost and performance. Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will work with a highly motivated team on extremely challenging projects. The Role Regularly collaborate with Design and Manufacturing engineers Support development and optimization of manufacturing processes, quality controls and equipment specifications Support the installation and commissioning of electromechanical equipment Help develop training material, and train key personnel Support process and equipment validation, utilizing metrology, destructive, and non-destructive testing Help develop test criteria and collaborate...

Sep 23, 2026

Forward Deployment Engineer, Global Megapack Operations

$72,000 - $162,000 yearly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

The AI Product Analyst, Megapack Operations will own the building, maintenance, and adoption of AI-powered tools and agents that support Tesla's Megapack business. This role sits at the intersection of product thinking, hands-on AI tool development, and operational domain knowledge. You will build and maintain RAG-based agents, support a shipped desktop AI platform (600+ users), curate a shared skills repository, and drive enablement programs that help non-technical teams use AI effectively in their daily work. This is not a traditional analyst role. You will spend the majority of your time building and shipping AI products, not writing reports. A great AI Product Analyst is someone who can investigate why an agent gave a wrong answer in the morning, ship a fix by lunch, write the documentation in the afternoon, and present adoption metrics to leadership by end of day. As a key member of the Megapack Operations team, you will work closely with the AI product lead, software...

Sep 23, 2026

Engineering Technician, System Level Inspection, Hardware Validation & Test Optimus

$24.40 - $65.40 hourly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

As a member of the Optimus test team, you will perform hands-on testing and validation across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines. The role focuses on complex system inspection, environmental stress testing, and data collection to support hardware development and reliability targets. You will work closely with test and reliability engineers while managing independent workflows and documenting findings that influence design decisions. The Role Perform detailed inspections on complex system assemblies to identify mechanical and electrical anomalies Use torque wrenches, calipers, and dial indicators to verify preload, measure wear, and assess dimensional tolerances Configure power supplies, route cables, and instrument thermocouples according to test specifications Execute system-level environmental and thermal stress testing in controlled chambers Support test execution by running and modifying Python scripts and navigating Linux...

Sep 23, 2026

Engineering Technician, Electrical Hardware Test & Validation, Optimus

$24.40 - $65.40 hourly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

As a member of the Optimus test team, you will perform hands-on component-level testing and validation across electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation disciplines, with a primary focus on electrical test execution and prototype bring-up. You will set up test equipment, fabricate harnesses, solder and instrument hardware, and collect data that directly informs engineering decisions. The role requires strong electrical skills, a methodical approach to test execution, and the flexibility to support thermal, environmental, and mechanical tasks as needed. The Role Execute component-level tests including setup, instrumentation, signal integrity analysis, data collection, and validation using oscilloscopes, power supplies, and electronic loads Fabricate wire harnesses, solder PCBs, and instrument prototypes using schematics, hand tools, and precision measurement equipment Install thermocouples and perform component-level thermal chamber and environmental stress testing...

Sep 23, 2026

Robotics Engineering Technician, Mechanical Prototype Testing, Optimus

$24.40 - $56.40 hourly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

The Optimus Mechanical Design team is seeking an Engineering Technician to support our prototype testing and engineering development. This hand-on role will involve building prototypes, conducting failure analysis, and running tests across a wide range of components-from large-scale limb structures to intricate mechanical and electrical systems in robotic hands. You will be self-sufficient and report directly to the Mechanical Design Engineering Manager. The Role Build and assemble mechanical prototypes, ranging from large limb structures to fine-scale components such as electronics and articulated mechanisms in robotic hands Utilize fabrication techniques such as 3D printing, machining, hand working, and soldering for both structural and precision components Conduct comprehensive mechanical/electrical testing and failure analysis, culminating in detailed documentation/reports provided to the engineering team Design, fabricate, and modify test fixtures and...

Sep 23, 2026

Robotics Engineering Technician, Actuators, Optimus

$24.40 - $65.40 hourly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

The Actuator Design Team is seeking a skilled Engineering Technician to support the development and testing of Tesla's cutting-edge actuators. As a key member of our team, you will collaborate with Engineers to test and validate actuators across all consumer products. Your expertise will help drive innovation, identify areas for improvement, and ensure the reliability and performance of our products. In this role, you will apply your technical knowledge to support the design and development of test plans, procedures, and protocols. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to iterate on product and test designs, analyze data, and draw meaningful conclusions. Your attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to think critically will be essential in identifying and resolving complex technical issues. To succeed in this role, you must be a team player with excellent communication skills, a strong work ethic, and a passion for innovation. You should be comfortable...

Sep 23, 2026

Robotics Engineering Technician, Dyno Measurements, Optimus

$24.40 - $56.40 hourly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

Tesla is at the forefront of innovation in high power density actuators and motors, and we are looking for a skilled Dyno Technician to join our dynamic Testing Team. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the precision and performance of our cutting-edge components by conducting measurements and setups on advanced dynamometer systems. You will collaborate with R&D and engineering teams to support custom test configurations and contribute to our mission of excellence in electric vehicle technology. The Role Perform measurements of motors and actuators using dynamometer systems Set up actuators and motors on dyno equipment for testing Write and run basic test sequences for evaluation purposes Debug and resolve various dyno-related issues Support R&D teams with custom test configurations as needed Handle equipment setup for rotational components Ensure accurate data collection and reporting during testing processes Requirements...

Sep 23, 2026

Engineering Technician, Hardware Validation & Testing, Optimus

$24.40 - $56.40 hourly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

Our aggressive product requirements demand architectures with state-of-the-art performance. Working at Tesla is fast-paced and incredibly exciting, and being passionate and self-motivated to push boundaries is critical. You will work with Engineering groups across various disciplines, alongside seasoned industry experts, high-aptituderecent graduates, and people from every stage in between. In this role, you will work as a member of Tesla's Optimus Test Team and support the component, sub-system and system level testing of Tesla's Optimus Bot. As a test technician, you will work closely with reliability and test engineers in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment to assemble test fixtures, conduct material, performance, and reliability testing, and collect data. As a successful candidate, you have strong mechanical or electrical hands-on skills and are able to work effectively and independently. The Role Build, assemble, and refine test fixtures and equipment, both...

Sep 23, 2026

Reliability Engineering Technician

$24.40 - $50.40 hourly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

The Energy Reliability Engineering team is seeking highly motivated Engineering Technicians to help develop Tesla's future in Energy Products and associated systems while continuously improving our existing products. Our Engineering Technicians work side by side with our Test Engineers to validate our world class products, iterate product and test designs, and push the boundaries of our products functionality and reliability. This work requires you to be extremely detail oriented, hold your work to the highest quality standards, and have the engineering drive to perpetually innovate. Our team's passion drives us to succeed, you must be self-motivated, eager for change, and thrive in ambiguity. Testing requires collaboration with many engineering teams, reliability, design, integration etc. a team player mentality and exceptional communication is essential. Tesla's Energy systems are constantly being improved, to maintain confidence we are producing the best possible products,...

Sep 23, 2026

Prototype Battery Engineering Technician

$28.80 - $56.40 hourly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

We're seeking a highly motivated Engineering Technician to help us push the boundaries of innovation in High Voltage Batteries. As a key member of our team, you'll be responsible for developing and testing the next generation of battery technology. To succeed in this role, you'll need to be extremely detail-oriented, hold yourself to the highest standards of quality, and be a team player who can collaborate with multiple engineering groups. The Role Design, assemble, and validate advanced battery prototypes supporting upcoming Tesla vehicle and energy programs Develop, build, and execute comprehensive test setups to support product validation, performance benchmarking, and reliability testing Collaborate cross-functionally with design, test, and manufacturing engineers to refine and improve current and future battery architectures Operate and maintain complex production-representative equipment such as laser welders, dispensing gantries, and precision assembly...

Sep 23, 2026

Engineering Technician, Firmware System Validation

$24.40 - $65.40 hourly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

Tesla vehicles rely on complex firmware that must perform reliably under real-world conditions before every release. The Firmware SysVal team makes this possible by building automated test systems, integrating hardware, instrumenting vehicles, and maintaining bench setups for continuous validation. As an Engineering Technician, you'll build, maintain & operate hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test infrastructure for our cars, surfacing issues early to strengthen reliability as our systems advance toward higher levels of autonomy. The Role Build & maintain CAN bus breakout harnesses, fault injection systems, relay boxes, and test instrumentation for vehicle and bench setups Support construction of high-voltage hardware-in-loop system test bucks for power conversion, thermals and pneumatics Wire and configure power supplies, voltage/current sensing equipment, and automation rack hardware Drive HIL-tester reliability improvements through implementing best-pratices for HV...

Sep 23, 2026

Engineering Technician, Go Test Systems Validation, Vehicle Software

$28.80 - $65.40 hourly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

Tesla's underlying vehicle subsystems are the foundation that supports the AI enabling autonomous driving and Robotaxi capabilities across the fleet. With every software release, the SysVal Go Test team validates all firmware changes to these systems before they reach the global fleet. As autonomy scales, delivering a consistently high-quality experience requires hands-on testing and the ability to troubleshoot both everyday scenarios and edge cases - this is where our Engineering Technicians come in. You'll serve as the last line of defense, playing a direct role in shaping an awesome impression for Tesla owners and Robotaxi riders. If you have strong automotive knowledge and a passion for hands-on vehicle testing, this role is for you. The Role Test prototype firmware across varying existing and new vehicle platforms Perform hands-on manual validation and end-to-end in-vehicle testing Troubleshoot vehicle systems firmware issues using automotive and diagnostic...

Sep 23, 2026

Engineering Technician, Manufacturing Engineering, Robotics

$24.40 - $65.40 hourly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

Support & coordinate daily work activities ensuring high quality/safe operations in Robotics Engineering pilot team. The Engineering Technician is responsible to validate new designs for manufacturability, supporting new product launch schedules and maintain continuity of operations in prototype shop or newly developed work cells, consistently works to optimize process efficiency from beta builds through ramp up of robotics production. The Role Work with Engineers to fabricate, assemble, and integrate mobile robot prototypes, including mechanical assemblies, electrical systems, etc. Collaborate with Engineering teams to root cause and resolve mechanical hardware, electrical, software issues and provide detailed written & verbal test status updates to key stakeholders While assembly, validating design and processes, and documentation of issues & improvements for the broader projecy Ability to identify concerns and assess risk as well as provide creative...

Sep 23, 2026

Robotics Engineering Technician, Actuators, Optimus

$24.40 - $65.40 hourly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

The Actuator Design Team is seeking a skilled Engineering Technician to support the development and testing of Tesla's cutting-edge actuators. As a key member of our team, you will collaborate with Engineers to test and validate actuators across all consumer products. Your expertise will help drive innovation, identify areas for improvement, and ensure the reliability and performance of our products. In this role, you will apply your technical knowledge to support the design and development of test plans, procedures, and protocols. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to iterate on product and test designs, analyze data, and draw meaningful conclusions. Your attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to think critically will be essential in identifying and resolving complex technical issues. To succeed in this role, you must be a team player with excellent communication skills, a strong work ethic, and a passion for innovation. You should be comfortable...

Sep 23, 2026

Prototype Vehicle Engineering Technician

$24.40 - $43.20 hourly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

The Prototype Vehicles team is looking for an automotive technician that is looking to advance their career. Must be highly motivated and flexible to adapt to the fast-paced work environment supporting engineering development. The Role General fleet maintenance and repair Retrofit/modify prototype vehicles to accept new hardware designs from engineering Diagnose and repair failures found with prototypes Provide failure analysis and design concerns back to engineering Requirements 3+ years' experience working in automotive troubleshooting and repair (Technical certification from accredited automotive training institution preferred) Equipped with own tools Ability to operate and maintain shop tools and equipment as welll as operate and maintain various hand and power tools Willing to work a flexible schedule as well as the ability to travel Work independently and/or collaboratively as part of a team Ability to multi-task in a...

Sep 23, 2026

Engineering Technician, Test Equipment, Cell Qualification

$24.40 - $56.40 hourly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

We are seeking a Test Equipment Engineering Technician to join our R&D Bay Area Cell Characterization Labs, based in Palo Alto. Our labs are responsible for testing and qualifying next-generation Li-ion cells. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with electrical and/or mechanical systems, strong troubleshooting skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining a broad range of equipment while supporting general lab operations. The Role Perform routine maintenance, repair, installation, and calibration of lab equipment Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance Collaborate with internal infrastructure groups and external vendors to support lab needs and equipment maintenance Maintain inventory of spare parts and consumables to ensure availability for critical operations Document maintenance, calibration, and equipment activities in accordance with laboratory standards Support daily lab...

Sep 23, 2026

Robotics Engineering Technician, Harnessing & PCB Rework, Optimus

$24.40 - $56.40 hourly

Tesla Palo Alto, CA

The Electrical Distribution Team designs, prototypes, and troubleshoots harnesses for Optimus, while also supporting test and manufacturing equipment. Operating in a fast-paced environment, the team focuses on rapid and efficient problem-solving for past, current, and future builds. In this role, you will assemble harnesses and collaborate closely with engineering teams to develop test fixtures, as well as write and execute troubleshooting, testing, and manufacturing procedures. The Role Perform hand soldering and PCBA component rework Conduct failure analysis on harnesses and simple PCBAs, documenting findings and communicating results to engineering Generate documentation for simple harness building and rework instructions, and train technicians Assemble, troubleshoot, and rework harnesses Validate and test wire harnesses, connectors, and simple PCBAs Manage inventory effectively Handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet deadlines...

81 jobs found in Millbrae, CA