105 technicians jobs found in Palo Alto

The Engineering Supervisor, Optimus Technicians leads a large team of 20+ Engineering Technicians within the Humanoid AI Robot team who support and sustain the research and development of our prototype robots and sub-systems. You'll be leading the team that is building/repairing the first iterations of the machines that make the machines, including highly actuated and electronically/computationally dense robots. You will have a blend of leading large teams operating in a 24/7 capacity, creating clear efficient shift schedules, and hands-on building experience and responsibilities around analysis, testing, and documentation. Projects are open-ended and often with limited up-front guidance. The successful candidate for this position must have a broad background leading teams in Mechatronics, Industrial, and/or Automotive, Precision Medical Device, Maintenance, and Testing. Must be a self-starter and efficiently work independently as well as in team environments. The Role...

The Engineering Supervisor, Optimus Technicians leads a large team of 20+ Engineering Technicians within the Humanoid AI Robot team who support and sustain the research and development of our prototype robots and sub-systems. You'll be leading the team that is building/repairing the first iterations of the machines that make the machines, including highly actuated and electronically/computationally dense robots. You will have a blend of leading large teams operating in a 24/7 capacity, creating clear efficient shift schedules, and hands-on building experience and responsibilities around analysis, testing, and documentation. Projects are open-ended and often with limited up-front guidance. The successful candidate for this position must have a broad background leading teams in Mechatronics, Industrial, and/or Automotive, Precision Medical Device, Maintenance, and Testing. Must be a self-starter and efficiently work independently as well as in team environments. The Role...

The Failure Analysis Team's mission is to determine root cause & contributing factors to improve the experience of Tesla's products by reducing field issues; in collaboration with a large cross-section of other engineering teams. Engineers & Technicians on the team are responsible for a wide variety of vehicle & energy product systems for existing models and models in development. This is a high visibility individual contributor role that includes extensive hands-on work focused on failure analysis & root cause activities. We are seeking an experienced engineering technician who will support all aspects of identifying & characterizing failures on our low voltage electronics. The successful candidate will work directly with other Failure Analysis Engineers to perform debug, rework, & root cause analysis on infotainment systems, low voltage controllers, & autopilot electronics. The successful candidate will be experienced working in a supporting role in an electrical development...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

Tesla's Optimus program is building the world's most advanced humanoid robot. Within Optimus Data Collection Operations, Process Technicians own the definition, standardization, and long-term sustainment of the processes, systems, and work standards that keep hardware build, deployment, troubleshooting, and field support running at scale. This role sits alongside Equipment Technicians (hands-on build, repair, and line support) and Equipment Technician Supervisors. Process Technicians are the systems owners: they turn tribal knowledge into documented, trainable, measurable processes; keep SOPs, work instructions, and tracking tools current; drive continuous improvement; and ensure every shift executes the same high bar for quality, safety, and throughput. We are looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented technician who thrives in a fast-paced prototype-to-production environment, can partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, and Maintenance, and is motivated...

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-aptitude recent graduates, and people from every stage in between. In this role, you will serve as the diagnostic expert and technical resource for all technicians working on Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot. You will provide advanced troubleshooting support, develop diagnostic procedures, and conduct hands-on training to ensure efficient repair validation and continuous improvement across the program. As a successful candidate, you have strong electrical diagnostic expertise and a proven ability to train and mentor technicians at all skill levels. The Role Provide advanced diagnostic support and serve as the primary escalation point for challenging...

Our products demand state-of-the-art performance, and reliability in the field starts with how we build, diagnose, and repair them. This role is focused on hands-on repair of the Optimus humanoid robot hand. You will perform complex repairs, troubleshoot failures, contribute to repair procedures and documentation, and collaborate cross-functionally to support high-quality, efficient repairs and continuous improvement for the program. The ideal candidate combines strong mechanical and electrical repair skills with clear communication, disciplined documentation habits, and a collaborative working style. The Role Perform complex repairs across Optimus robot hands (electrical, mechanical, and electromechanical assemblies) Troubleshoot and resolve complex failures using systematic diagnostic workflows and structured documentation Follow established repair procedures; contribute updates to work instructions and the repair documentation library for common and emerging...

Our products demand state-of-the-art performance, and reliability in the field starts with how we build, diagnose, and repair them. This role is focused on hands-on repair of the Optimus humanoid robot hand. You will perform complex repairs, troubleshoot failures, contribute to repair procedures and documentation, and collaborate cross-functionally to support high-quality, efficient repairs and continuous improvement for the program. The ideal candidate combines strong mechanical and electrical repair skills with clear communication, disciplined documentation habits, and a collaborative working style. The Role Perform complex repairs across Optimus robot hands (electrical, mechanical, and electromechanical assemblies) Troubleshoot and resolve complex failures using systematic diagnostic workflows and structured documentation Follow established repair procedures; contribute updates to work instructions and the repair documentation library for common and emerging...

As a Tesla Technician, you become a vital part of our global team, working towards our mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy. At Tesla, you'll collaborate with some of the most brilliant technicians and engineers globally, engaging in cutting-edge automotive technology and working on the most advanced cars currently in production. Our technicians are the cornerstone of every service location, and we rely on their expertise to continually enhance processes, delivering the best service and products to our customers. We are committed to supporting your professional growth through a combination of training programs and on the job experience. We are seeking candidates who are committed to delivering top-quality work, offering exceptional customer service, and actively contributing to our mission. The Role Execute both basic and advanced diagnostic and repair work on all Tesla products Collaborate with team members to maximize repair...

The touchscreens in a Tesla are the primary connection point between the vehicle's many features and the people who use them. With every software release, the Infotainment QA team validates all UI-related changes 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 & Robotaxi riders. If you enjoy detailed QA testing and digging into issues with command-line tools, this role is for you. The Role Test prototype firmware across varying existing and new vehicle platforms with focus on infotainment systems Troubleshoot infotainment-related firmware issues and develop reproduction steps Precisely document test cases, improvements, and troubleshooting steps in...

Tesla Motors is committed to hiring and developing the top people in any given discipline. Our world-class Engineering teams operate with a non-conventional automotive product development philosophy of high inter-disciplinary collaboration, flat organizational structure, and technical contribution at all levels. You will be expected to challenge and to be challenged, to create, to innovate. These jobs are not for everyone. You must have a genuine passion for working on the best electric vehicles in the world. You must want to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial company. We are building real products. This must excite you. You must be a builder. You will work alongside accomplished, world-renowned engineers on the most exciting automotive programs in existence today. Engineering Technicians within the Drive Systems Engineering Prototype teamwork side by side with engineers to support the development of high-speed rotating machines. Projects are open-ended and often with...

We are seeking an experienced and people-oriented Supervisor to lead our data collection equipment team. The ideal candidate is a proven technical leader who thrives in a hands-on manufacturing environment- accountable for team performance, team development, and operational excellence. You will own day-to-day operations for the team, set clear priorities, develop talent, and partner cross-functionally to deliver high-quality prototype and production hardware. While you remain close to the work, this is a supervisory role with direct responsibility for people, processes, and results. The Role Lead and supervise a team of equipment technicians assembling prototype and production-level data collection hardware- setting quality standards and holding the team accountable to them Own shift planning and daily prioritization: assign work, balance workload, remove blockers, and ensure the team meets output, quality, and schedule commitments Serve as the primary point...

At Tesla, we're accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy by deploying cutting-edge Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) that power utilities, commercial, and industrial applications, including innovative microgrids. As our Industrial Storage fleet grows rapidly, we're looking for a hands-on Engineering Technician to support the commissioning of these systems. In this role, you'll work alongside commissioning engineers and field teams to help bring renewable energy projects online efficiently and reliably. If you enjoy practical problem-solving, working directly with electrical, mechanical, and control systems, and contributing to the fast-paced rollout of energy storage solutions, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. You'll collaborate with engineers, field service technicians, and external partners to support the commissioning of BESS, SCADA, and Balance of Plant systems. Your focus will be on executing tests, collecting data, performing equipment...

We are looking for a Test Technician to evaluate cell level safety performance during the early design stages across all programs, including vehicle and energy storage. In this role, you will be responsible for safely testing cells of all form factors (cylindrical, pouch and prismatic), developing new test methods and failure analysis techniques, organizing tests for smooth execution, improving test equipment and training technicians on new tests. As a result, Tesla will be able to rapidly evaluate and optimize a broad set of options for cell and pack designs. Our environment is fast-paced and incredibly exciting, so being passionate and self-motivated to push your limits is critical. Our team works with groups across various disciplines and experience, requiring strong communication skills and a team-first mentality. We are looking for someone with an exceptional ability to solve problems in both individual and team settings. The Role Lead and conduct abuse tests on...

Consider before submitting an application This position is expected to start around January 2027 and continue through the entire Spring term (ending approximately May 2027 or later, if available). We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time (40 hours/week) and on-site, for most internships. Our internship program is for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program. Recent graduates seeking employment after graduation and not returning to school should apply for full-time positions, not internships. International Students: If your work authorization is through CPT, please consult your school on your ability to work 40 hours per week before applying. You must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year. Internship Program at Tesla The Internship Recruiting Team is driven by the passion to recognize and develop emerging talent. Our year-round program places the best students in positions where they...

At Tesla, our Service Engineering team is at the forefront of innovation, merging firmware/hardware design, diagnostics, and service excellence. We're on a mission to revolutionize vehicle diagnostics, ensuring unparalleled accuracy and efficiency. Our goal is to minimize the need for physical service interventions, enhancing the customer experience with our vehicles. We're seeking a Product Support Engineer with a passion for automated diagnostics to focus on our vehicle infotainment system. In this role, you'll spearhead the development of cutting-edge diagnostic tools, playing a pivotal part in shaping our next-gen automated diagnostic systems. Key to this role is a focus on creating user-friendly and accurate diagnostic tools. Join a team where innovation, a collaborative culture, and a drive for excellence are at the heart of what we do. At Tesla, you'll have the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects, grow professionally, and be part of a dynamic team that's...