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Tesla

Industrial Machine Builder

Tesla, Elgin, Illinois, us, 60122


We are looking for a highly motivated and "hands-on" individual to join our Mechanical Assembly Team for the assembly of a new generation of high speed, automated manufacturing equipment. The role includes interpreting mechanical drawings and pneumatic schematics, mechanical assembly of machine components, machining of parts, machine mechanical start-up, testing and debug, and some travel for machine installation and commissioning support.Shift: 7:00AM - 3:30PM. When the shop is running mandatory overtime, hours are from 6:00AM - 4:30PM. Hours at other locations may vary depending on their hours of operation.Employees must provide their own basic set of hand tools.

Responsibilities

Reading and interpreting mechanical drawings including assembly drawings and detail component drawings, as well as assembly of precision machine components with some machining of parts (milling and turning) as required for assembly of custom engineered automated machineryMechanical systems testing and debug (i.e. diagnoses trouble or defects, determines corrective action and repairs system)., systems commissioning, installation and troubleshooting of machines on-siteAssemble and install equipment at other Tesla locations (up to 40% of the time)Interface with project team (i.e. Controls Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Assemblers, Project Manager, etc.)Perform system checkout and assists in automation systems startups for service installed jobsProvide status updates to management on assigned projectsOther duties may be assigned to support the needs of the businessRequirements

5+ years of proven experience in assembly of custom automated machinery, as well as very strong analytical and troubleshooting of mechanical systems skillsAbility to read & interpret engineering drawings, mechanical drawings, and pneumatic schematicsFamiliar with basic hand tools, basic measuring tools (Vernier, micrometers, height gauge etc.) to tolerances of .001", and machine shop equipment (lathe/mill/surface grinder/drill press)Must be a self-starter, team player, work well with others, and have a positive attitudeAbility to troubleshoot mechanical issues, report, repair and/or correct the issues with minimal supervisionMust be able and willing to travel and work at other Tesla locationsMust have command of the English language, both written and verbalCompensation and BenefitsBenefits

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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)LGBTQ+ care concierge services401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks program