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Prototype Technician, Cybertruck, CNC & Fabrication

Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Austin
Jan 16, 2026
What to Expect Tesla is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Prototype Machinist. This role will require the individual to work closely with teams within manufacturing to support tooling and production needs throughout all of Tesla production lines. We are looking for candidates who are shift flexible and available to work overtime, based on business needs. What You'll Do Machine tight tolerance components and assemblies using manual 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's including but not limited to mills, lathes, drill presses, surface grinders, grinders, sanders and saws Use 3D and 2D CAD/CAM software such as CATIA, SOLIDWORKS, MASTERCAM and AUTOCAD to view and/or extract components from solid model assemblies to generate toolpaths and detailed drawings Work with minimal supervision and limited detailed drawings or blueprints 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 General shop responsibilities (i.e. help ensure a safe working environment, equipment maintenance and repair, housekeeping duties, organization of shop materials and supplies) What You'll Bring 2-3 years minimum experience as a Tool & Die Maker or Prototype Machinist 2-3 years minimum experience as a Manual Machinist.CNC Lathe experience is a plus Experience working 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) Welding/Fabrication & sheet metal knowledge and experience (TIG Welding) Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines Work efficiently and productively in independent and team settings Communicate clearly using excellent written and verbal skills 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