Calibration Technician, Energy

Calibration Technician

Tesla is seeking an experienced Calibration Technician to join our energy Quality Lab team in Sparks, Nevada. In this role, you will be responsible for executing and maintaining the calibration program across a 24/7 production environment. You will ensure accuracy, reliability, and compliance of inspection, test, and measurement equipment, directly supporting both production operations and Tesla's mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy.

Responsibilities

• Execute the calibration program for all inspection, test, and measurement equipment in a high-volume, 24/7 manufacturing environment, including but not limited to: Calipers, Micrometers, Weight sets, Vision Masters, Feeler Gauges, Multimeters, Hi-pot Testers, Leak Detectors, and Flow Cells etc.
• Perform calibration, repair, troubleshooting, and modification of industrial process control instrumentation on cell manufacturing lines, while maintaining technical documentation and procedures
• Review calibration results and certificates to verify accuracy and compliance
• Train equipment owners and operators on proper use of the calibration system and requirements
• Communicate equipment status to stakeholders, including TPM activities, total cost of ownership tracking, and early warnings on recurring tool failures
• Manage tools requiring external service by scheduling on- and off-site calibrations, establishing service contracts, maintaining certification records, and addressing issues during vendor support
• Support Tesla's mission, values, and operational goals through daily calibration and quality activities

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in calibration laboratories or quality operations
• Working knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 standards
• Familiarity with control plans and their application in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with hands-on experience in manufacturing
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize in a dynamic, fast-paced setting
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English

Compensation & Benefits

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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