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Additive Manufacturing Technician

Tesla Motors, Inc.
23.18 - 47.88 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Hawthorne
Mar 11, 2026
What to Expect Tesla is seeking a highly motivated individual, with a minimum of 2 years 3D Printing experience, interested in expanding the skill sets necessary to operate Additive Manufacturing/3D Printing equipment in our rapidly growing Additive Manufacturing department. What You'll Do Perform basic and advanced functions as it relates to 3D printing, required to set up builds on various systems Perform all functions related to machine turnaround and preparation for SLS, MJF, SLA, and FDM builds Part break-out and clean-up Maintain consumable supply inventory Secondary post-processing functions to include sand blasting, surfacing, and bonding parts Machine and material prep What You'll Bring 2 years operating 3D printers and working in an Additive Manufacturing/Rapid Prototyping R&D environment or Service Bureau. Operating/troubleshooting personal hobby printers a plus Experience with multiple 3D printing and/or CAD software systems: 3D Sprint, PreForm, Grab Cad, Magics, Rhino Willingness to work overtime and/or weekends as required, with little to no advance notice, and sometimes for extended periods Flexible, ability to work in a fast paced, constantly changing environment, and meet tight deadlines Have an ability to troubleshoot machines after print failures Strong work ethic Well organized and great verbal communication skills This position requires a detail-oriented individual that can adapt to shifting priorities and is eager to learn all aspects of additive manufacturing Compensation and 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 Expected Compensation $23.18 - $47.88/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.