Engineering Technician, Drive Unit/Drive Inverter Test, Powertrain Engineering | Engineering Technician, Drive Unit/Drive Inverter Test, Powertrain Engineering Europe (m/w/d)
Tesla Germany GmbH
Job Summary
Tesla is seeking skilled Test Technicians to join their Drive Unit and Drive Inverter Test teams, focusing on validating the lifetime, reliability, and safety of critical powertrain components. In this role, you will independently perform a variety of tests using specialized equipment, prepare test setups, conduct destructive teardowns, and meticulously document results. You'll also be involved in hands-on troubleshooting, debugging, fabricating parts for test rigs, and managing organizational tasks like procedure creation and equipment maintenance. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced, dynamic environment alongside bright colleagues. The role requires strong electromechanical aptitude, excellent hands-on skills with various tools, and the ability to adapt to new technologies and processes, with a significant focus on high-voltage and hazardous material handling.
Required Skills
Education
Completed German vocational training (Berufsausbildung) or recognized equivalent education in Mechatronics, Electronics, Electrician, Industrial Mechanics, Automation, or Maintenance, or comparable technical and craftsmanship education.
Experience
- ~2 years of hands-on experience with electromechanical testing
- ~2 years of hands-on experience with troubleshooting
- ~2 years of hands-on experience with failure analysis
- Professional experience with common power tools and machine shop equipment
- Professional experience with electrical/electronic equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies)
Languages
Additional
- Willingness to work with high-voltage, hazardous material, and hazardous energies using mandated PPE and procedures. Willingness to set up and perform tests in person and in lab environments. Basic familiarity with German Standards for Electronics and Electricity is a plus. Willingness to develop skills and take responsibility as Elektrofachkraft is a plus. Experience with mechanical cross-sectioning, polishing, and optical microscopy is a plus.
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