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 did not 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.
I use AI-assisted workflows to speed up prototyping and verification, and I'm exploring MCP-style tooling in Nourish.AI and Sprite Adventure.
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
- •Mentor of the Year (2025) - peer-voted by the Optimus team
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, focus on root-cause isolation
Full work history
Tesla timeline
Riverside ServiceSep 2024 – May 2025
- Weekend lead for a 6-bay shop; owned triage, job allocation, and execution quality
- Took repeat-diagnostic cases and coached peers on workflows to prevent comebacks
Las Vegas Service (2)Apr 2023 – Sep 2024
- Returned to high-volume service center work with complex diagnostics and repair validation
- Supported retrofits and repeat repairs with clean documentation handoff
Tactical Response Team (USA)Dec 2021 – Mar 2023
- Nationwide deployments for escalations, workload burn-downs, and technician support across sites
- Coordinated high-priority repairs and maintained safe execution across sites
Las Vegas Service (1)Sep 2020 – Dec 2021
- Resolved complex electrical faults and intermittent issues; verified fixes with structured validation
- Harness diagnostics and spliced repairs; executed retrofits and modifications; mentored new technicians
- CAN-based diagnostics via Toolbox to confirm module/network behavior and isolate root causes
Tesla START ProgramJun 2020 – Sep 2020
- Entered as S2 through Tesla’s EV technician training program (virtual + in-person diagnostics)
- Built early fault-isolation habits and repair documentation discipline
Pre-Tesla
Rome’s Auto SpecialistsAug 2019 – Jul 2020
- Fleet technician for Spectrum; diagnosed and repaired Ford vehicle systems
- Scheduled work, performed repairs, and logged all service activity in the customer system
- Worked across multiple vehicle types, prioritizing uptime and clean handoffs
AV AutomotiveMay 2019 – Aug 2019
- Fleet diagnostics and repair for Spectrum vehicles; handled scheduling and repair execution
- Learned to move fast on customer-impacting repairs without skipping validation
CentiMark RoofingOct 2018 – May 2019
- Installed TPO membrane roofing; operated heat welders and fastened assemblies on-site
- Worked outdoors on active job sites with safety-first execution
Villagomez AutoJul 2017 – Sep 2018
- Automotive apprentice; supported collision repairs, parts runs, and shop operations
- Observed structural and non-structural repair workflows end-to-end
Warehouse Roles (Amazon + others)Jan 2016 – Oct 2016
- Pick, pack, load, and palletize shipments for transport in high-volume warehouses
- Maintained pace and accuracy under production targets
McDonald’sJul 2015 – Oct 2015
- Crew member and closer; managed closing tasks and occasional truck unloading
- Learned consistency under time pressure and team-driven execution
Projects
Things I've built to solve real problems
Nourish.AI
AI Meal Planning App
AI-generated meal recommendations with personalized nutrition tracking.
MCP experiments for multi-function meal-plan generation workflows.
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.
MCP experiments for character creation pipelines.
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 In Progress
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