Jorge Camacho
Engineering Technician — Tesla Optimus
Systems Diagnostics · Protocol Analysis · Technical Leadership
Diagnosing hardware and firmware faults on humanoid robots. 5+ years at Tesla across Service and Optimus programs. Building software on the side that solves real problems.
About
I diagnose hardware and firmware faults on Tesla's Optimus humanoid robots — tracing issues across EtherCAT networks, CAN nodes, and sensor systems. When documentation didn't exist, I mapped out electrical specs independently to build diagnostic references for the team.
Before Optimus, I spent 5 years in Tesla Service. Started through the START program, progressed S2→S4, and spent over a year on the Tactical Response Team deploying coast-to-coast. I've done bumper-to-bumper repairs, harness splicing, retrofits, and trained technicians across multiple service centers.
I write Python scripts for log parsing and data analysis, work in Linux/Ubuntu daily, and I'm pursuing a CS degree to deepen my technical foundation.
Outside of work, I build software projects that solve real problems — from compliance tools to AI-powered apps. I believe in understanding systems end-to-end, whether it's a robot arm or a full-stack web application.
Experience
Engineering Technician IV — Optimus
Tesla, Inc. · Fremont, CA
May 2025 – Present
- •Diagnose hardware and firmware faults across EtherCAT and CAN networks on humanoid robots
- •Mapped electrical specs and operation of working robots before formal documentation existed
- •Modify hardware and sensor harnesses for diagnostic purposes
- •Analyze signals and log data using internal visualization tools
- •Train technicians on safety, Toolbox, and diagnostic workflows
Service Technician S2 → S4
Tesla, Inc. · Multiple Locations
Jun 2020 – May 2025
Tactical Response Team (Dec 2021 – Mar 2023)
- •Deployed coast-to-coast for WIP burn-downs
- •Managed service center operations
- •Trained technicians on workflows
Service Centers (Las Vegas, Riverside)
- •Bumper-to-bumper repairs, electrical diagnostics
- •Weekend lead for 6-bay shop
- •CAN-bus diagnostics via Toolbox
Projects
Things I've built to solve real problems
Nourish.AI
AI Meal Planning App
AI-generated meal recommendations with personalized nutrition tracking.
Embedded Debug Lab
Hardware Setup
Personal workbench for CAN, SPI, I²C, and EtherCAT protocol learning.
LegalKit
Compliance Toolkit
Privacy policy generators, cookie consent SDK, and automated compliance scanning.
Sprite Adventure
2D Python Game
Action-adventure game with sprite animations, collision detection, and state management.
Skills
Diagnostics
- EtherCAT
- CAN-bus
- LIN
- DVOM / Oscilloscope
- HV Systems
Programming
- Python
- TypeScript
- SQL
- SwiftUI
- Linux / Bash
Tools
- Tesla Toolbox
- Git
- Firebase / Supabase
- Vercel
- Next.js
Soft Skills
- Technical Training
- Documentation
- Cross-team Collaboration
- Spanish (Fluent)
Education & Certifications
Education
A.S. Computer Science
Rio Salado College — Expected 2027
Computer Science & Mathematics
UC Riverside — 2015-2016
Calculus: Several Variables, Intro to Programming
Automotive Technology
San Bernardino Valley College — 2020
EV & Fuel Cell Technology
Rio Hondo College — 2019
High School Diploma
Jurupa Valley High School — 2015
AP Calculus BC (3), AP World History (3), AP English (3)
Certifications
Tesla Service Technician S4
HV Safety, Electrical Systems, Driver Assistance
Entry-Level Python Programmer
Python Institute
Intro to Embedded Systems Software
UC Boulder (Coursera)
Real-Time Embedded Systems
UC Boulder (Coursera) — In Progress
Development & IT Certifications▼
Technical Support Fundamentals
Google (Coursera)
Computer Networking
Google (Coursera)
Web Development Bootcamp
Nucamp
Python & SQL
Mimo
Vibe Coding with Cursor AI
Scrimba
iOS Mobile Application Development
Meta (Coursera)
Create User Interface with SwiftUI
Meta (Coursera)
Automotive Certifications▼
Snap-on DVOM Certification
Digital Volt-Ohm Meter
ASE Refrigerant Recycling & Recovery
EPA Section 609
SPC Alignment & Suspension
Courses 1-3
Let's Connect
Looking for my next challenge in systems engineering, applied AI, or field test systems. Open to roles where I can leverage my diagnostic expertise and build impactful solutions.
Hayward, CA 94544