What To Expect
Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including Tooling Design, Simulation, and Process Engineering—to develop and continuously improve complex tooling systems that enable high-volume, precision manufacturing at scale. This role involves taking designs from concept through production, ensuring performance, quality, and manufacturability across a range of advanced applications.
What You'll Do
Lead the CAD development of new and existing tooling systems, including mechanical features such as parting lines, moving components, ejection strategies, and thermal management (e.g., integrated cooling systems and fluid routing)
Design custom tools, fixtures, jigs, and related components as needed, and generate detailed models and drawings for fabrication
Evaluate tooling and component failures, implement corrective actions, and provide design solutions to enhance equipment reliability and part quality
Partner with Design and Manufacturing Engineers to ensure tooling supports both product requirements and efficient manufacturability
Incorporate feedback from simulation and process engineering teams to optimize tooling performance and robustness
Drive innovation in tooling architecture to improve uptime, cycle time, and yield, while minimizing risk
Manage multiple concurrent projects, including collaboration with external suppliers, fabricators, and internal partners
Support scheduling and execution of tooling design, build, and implementation activities across global manufacturing teams
What You'll Bring
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
Mechanical design experience with a strong foundation in precision tooling or related systems
Proficiency in 3D CAD software (advanced surfacing, large assemblies); CATIA V5 or similar preferred
Ability to manage projects across cross-functional teams and external partners
Strong problem-solving skills, hands-on approach, and ability to adapt designs based on field feedback
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
$91,600 - $195,600/annual salary + 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.
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