What To Expect
The Cabin Validation Engineer (Material Planning) is responsible for ensuring prototype and production-intent components and sub-assemblies are delivered from multiple manufacturing sites to test labs to support design validation needs across multiple vehicle programs. Unlike full-scale production planning, this role is focused on validation builds, moving the right parts to the right lab at the right time so that system and part testing stays on schedule. This individual must understand Tesla's supply chain and the cabin commodities they support, such as Seating Systems, Instrument Panels, and Headliners, and must coordinate allocation, logistics, inventory control, packaging, and shipping of test hardware. They will manage supply and constraints, report status and escalate risks, engage suppliers and internal build teams, and relentlessly pursue operational excellence and continuous improvement. The role is cross functional and global in scope, partnering with Design Engineering, Validation, Quality, Supply Chain, and Logistics. You will report to the Manager of Cabin Validation within Tesla's Cabin Engineering team and will be based in Fremont, California.
What You'll Do
Plan and allocate prototype and validation parts from multiple factories to multiple test labs across multiple vehicle programs based on the DVP (Design Validation Plan) from engineers, and deploy the resulting demand and supply requirements to the supply base to meet build and test timing
Travel for boots-on-the-ground operations to factories, warehouses, suppliers, and test labs to understand constraints across locations and standardize systems for maximum efficiency
Coordinate logistics, packaging, and shipping of test hardware between suppliers, factories, and labs, including international and expedited shipments
Manage allocation of constrained parts across competing programs and test requests, prioritizing to protect critical validation milestones
Own inventory control and tracking of validation parts, including receipt, storage, kitting, and chain of custody
Serve as the primary day-to-day interface with suppliers, factories, and internal build teams to coordinate parts builds, manage lead times, and confirm delivery commitments
Partner with Global Supply Managers on sourcing, expedites, and cost and availability trade-offs, and escalate to Quality, Engineering, and Logistics when supply risks threaten test timing
Maintain accurate Bills of Material (BOMs) and manage engineering changes and revision control so labs receive the correct part configuration and quantities while obsolete inventory is minimized
Report supply status, constraints, risks, and recovery plans to program and engineering leadership and drive issues to closure
Partner with IT and business stakeholders on planning, tracking, and process improvements for validation material flow
What You'll Bring
Degree in Supply Chain, or equivalent
Minimum 1 year of experience in manufacturing, supply chain management, logistics, or a related field
Strong knowledge of MRP and ERP with a solid understanding of bills of material, product lifecycle management, procure-to-pay processes, and supply chain operations
Experience coordinating logistics, packaging, and shipping, including expedited and international freight
Strong understanding of inventory control and material allocation under constraint
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate data and present clear recommendations to leadership
Demonstrated skills in supplier operational and relationship management
Ability to manage multiple programs and competing priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Familiarity with prototype or validation build environments and engineering change control is a plus
Passionate and high energy, with the diplomacy and cooperative style necessary to positively influence others inside and outside of Tesla
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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