What To Expect
The Quality Systems Engineer position is a full-time opportunity in Tesla's Manufacturing team, based at the Energy Manufacturing Site in Buffalo, New York. It's a hands-on role focused on building and enhancing quality management systems in a fast-paced, innovative environment like Tesla's Gigafactory New York (GFNY). The emphasis is on fostering a culture of continuous improvement, problem-solving, and compliance while prioritizing safety, quality, and people.
What You'll Do
Act as the on-site expert in quality problem-solving. Define metrics, governance processes, and remove barriers to promote continuous improvement across the organization
Become the go-to person for tools like Kaizen, lean manufacturing, and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) processes. Lead efforts to raise standards beyond basic requirements using first-principles thinking
Create CAPA processes, monitoring metrics, and feedback mechanisms to identify and prevent issues proactively
Work with teams to prepare for external audits (e.g., ISO 9001 compliance) and customer visits. Support tools like Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and process control plans
Introduce new quality tools and technologies to advance product quality and internal management systems at GFNY
What You'll Bring
Degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field, or equivalent experience
5+ years in quality engineering, including experience in establishing or auditing systems in global manufacturing or remanufacturing settings
Proven ability to manage teams and perform effective audits. Strong knowledge of quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001) and methodologies (e.g., PFMEA, root cause analysis, CAPA)
Deep understanding of data analytics in manufacturing, with the skill to turn data into compelling stories for stakeholders
Servant leadership style—empowering others through guidance and clear communication. High integrity, sound judgment, and resilience in dynamic, high-pressure environments
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or similar certification preferred
Benefits
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
Expected Compensation
Quality Engineer - $93,600 - $140,400/annual salary
+ cash and stock awards + benefits for all levels
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.
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