Materials Test Technician, Cybercab, Quality

What to Expect As a member of Tesla's Quality Operations team at GFTX, you will support materials‑level testing activities and failure analyses. This hands‑on position is based in Austin, Texas, within the Materials & Joints Lab. What You'll Do Perform a wide variety of hands‑on tests on metals (steel and aluminum), plastics, coatings, adhesives, and joints using mechanical, environmental, and characterization methods Execute mechanical testing including sample/test preparation, torque, tensile (Instron), compression, shear, hardness, and related evaluations Conduct environmental testing such as thermal cycling, humidity exposure, chemical compatibility, thermal shock, and similar assessments Carry out material characterization including metallurgy (preparation, etching), optical microscopy, SEM-EDS, X‑Ray CT, XRF, OES, DSC, TGA, FTIR, rheometry, flow characteristics, and chemistry analysis Independently complete tests with high accuracy, analyze/categorize results, and prepare detailed reports for review and approval Support lab asset management by maintaining, calibrating, and servicing equipment; contribute to test methodology development and standardization Assist engineering teams with process validations, root‑cause failure analyses, and procurement/installation of new lab equipment What You'll Bring At least 2 years of related hands‑on lab or testing experience preferred; strong ability and eagerness to learn and apply new techniques is essential Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, with advanced Excel skills highly preferred Prior experience working with vendors and external testing laboratories Knowledge of and experience handling hazardous materials, with a demonstrated commitment to promoting health, safety, and best practices team‑wide Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build effective working relationships Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and work independently while maintaining the highest standards of professional integrity and conduct Basic understanding of electric vehicle (EV)-related materials and joints, including applicable test standards, plus working knowledge and a track record of conformance to ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory accreditation requirements Essential Physical Demands Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day, including over varied and uneven terrain Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs., including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install parts Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours a day Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, reflective vest, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines 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: 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr Tesla Motors, Inc.