<p>What to Expect</p> <p>Tesla is looking for a Laboratory Technician to assist in routine quality testing, material and chemical sample preparation, and failure analysis processes for vehicle manufacturing. The environment utilizes multiple testing techniques from spectroscopy to mechanical testing.</p> <p>What You'll Do</p> <ul> <li>Conduct quality and failure analysis testing in collaboration with Materials Engineers and Test Technicians in a 24/7 quality laboratory environment </li><li>Perform routine testing of Drive Unit and Battery Module materials, including visual inspections, dimensional measurements, tensile and shear strength tests, and particulate contamination analysis </li><li>Assist senior lab staff with failure analysis investigations, including interpreting test data and generating comprehensive test reports </li><li>Contribute to the enhancement of laboratory practices and procedures by providing actionable feedback and maintaining inventory of consumable supplies </li><li>Conduct preventative maintenance on equipment and utilize machine shop experience and ASTM standards knowledge when applicable </li><li>Uphold the company's mission, vision, values, and goals in all laboratory activities and professional responsibilities </li></ul> <p>What You'll Bring</p> <ul> <li>1+ year experience working in a quality environment </li><li>Able to work both independently and in a collaborative project-focused environment, prompt and dependable </li><li>Comfortable working with chemicals and hazardous materials like battery cells </li><li>Some manual tasks required like operating some heavy equipment such as a pallet jack and a band saw </li><li>Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel </li><li>Experience with microscopic evaluation using a Keyence (optical) or XRF (XRay) or SEM (Electron) is preferred </li><li>Experience conducting mechanical tests using an Instron is preferred </li></ul> <p>Tesla is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.</p> <p>Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.</p> <p>For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here). Please contact ADA@tesla.com for ADA related questions or to request ADA accommodations.</p> <p>Privacy is a top priority for Tesla. We build it into our products and view it as an essential part of our business. To understand more about the data we collect and process as part of your application, please view our Tesla Talent Privacy Notice .</p> <p>Material Lab Technician, Semi</p> <p>Tesla participates in the E-Verify Program</p>