Machinist, Central Manufacturing Engineering (Night Shift)

Tesla, Inc.; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a skilled Machinist for its Central Manufacturing Engineering team. This role involves operating CNC and manual machines to create precision components and assemblies while collaborating with engineers and technicians. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. With a focus on safety and quality, this position offers the chance to contribute to cutting-edge projects in a dynamic environment. Join a team that values craftsmanship and innovation, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package from day one!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Plans

401(k) with Employer Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plans

Paid Holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter Benefits

Employee Discounts

Back-up Childcare Support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in machining, particularly in tool and die making.
• Ability to design and build custom fixtures and jigs.

Responsibilities

• Machine components using manual and CNC tools to meet tight tolerances.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to produce various components.

Skills

CNC Programming

Tool and Die Making

Welding and Fabrication

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Mechanical Drawing Interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Technical Certification in Machining

Tools

CATIA

SOLIDWORKS

FUSION 360

AUTOCAD

Manual and CNC Machine Tools

Job description

Machinist, Central Manufacturing Engineering (Night Shift)

Job Category: Manufacturing

Location: Fremont, California

Req. ID: 240682

Job Type: Full-time

What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a Machinist with some CNC programming, reporting to Integration Engineering Technical Manager. Tool & Die Maker/Prototype Machinist, Manual Machinist, CNC Machinist/Programmer. Each of the roles and their respective job positions require the individual to work closely with mechanical, process, robotics, and control engineers, maintenance technicians, production managers, and production associates to support their tooling and production needs throughout all of Tesla’s Departments.

What You’ll Do

• Machine tight tolerance components and assemblies using manual and/or CNC machine tools to make or modify parts, weldments, and assemblies applying knowledge of mechanics, mathematics, layout, and good machining procedures.
• Operate typical machine shop equipment including but not limited to mills, lathes, drill presses, surface grinders, grinders, sanders, and saws.
• Work with a wide range of materials from hardened tool steels to plastics (i.e., tool steels, pre-hardened steels, stainless steels, low carbon steels, aluminum, plastics, copper, and brass). General shop responsibilities (i.e., help ensure a safe working environment, equipment maintenance and repair, housekeeping duties, organization of shop materials and supplies).
• Understand and use 3D and 2D CAD/CAM software such as CATIA, SOLIDWORKS, FUSION 360 and AUTOCAD to view and/or extract components from solid model assemblies to generate toolpaths and detailed drawings.
• Work with minimal supervision with limited detailed drawings or blueprints, must be able to interpret verbal or written instructions and work independently to complete jobs from set up to final inspection.
• Work closely with managers, engineers, and technicians to produce a wide variety of components, weldments, and assemblies. Have an understanding to take broken equipment and reverse engineer, have the aptitude for field repairs components.

What You’ll Bring

• Experienced and highly skilled in tool and die making with the ability to design and build custom fixtures and jigs.
• Strong machine shop experience with all equipment in Machine shop.
• 5 years minimum experience as a Tool & Die Maker/Prototype Machinist or Manual Machinist or CNC Machinist/Programmer.
• Experience welding and fabrication with strong problem-solving skills and an aptitude for learning systems quickly. Welding/Fabrication & sheet metal knowledge is an asset.
• Good computer skills, experience with Microsoft Office.
• Highly motivated, strong work ethic, independent, meticulous attention to detail and able to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings.
• Available to work night shift AWS schedules which includes weekends and some holidays.

Compensation and Benefits

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 deduction.
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits.
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution.
• Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits.
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays.
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources.
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance.
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs.
• Tesla Babies program.
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee discounts and perks program.

Expected Compensation

$32.00 - $48.27/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

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.

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