What To Expect
Tesla is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to support the development and launch of the Optimus Gears manufacturing program. This role is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining specialized manufacturing processes supporting precision gear production. You will transition automated lines from early prototypes through FAT/SAT commissioning and mass production (SOP).
APPLICATION NOTE: You do not need expertise in all areas to apply. We are looking for specialized engineering leaders. The successful candidate will own and lead the process development for any pneof the following technical tracks:
Track 1: Heat Treatment (induction or laser hardening process)
Track 2: Precision Machining
Track 3: Gearbox Assembly
Track 4: End-of-Line Testing
Track 5: Advanced Metrology (CMM programming, inline automated gauging, GD&T, Gage R&R)
Travel expected 25% - Ability to travel domestically and internationally to suppliers as required.
What You'll Do
Process Ownership: Fully own, optimize, and scale the operational performance of your assigned technical track
Design of Experiments (DOE): Structure, execute, and analyze formal DOEs to identify critical process parameters, minimize process variation, and establish optimized baselines for complex parts of the mechatronic systems
Create process flows, PFMEA, Control Plans, and standardized work
Support equipment specifications and supplier RFQs
Participate in equipment design reviews and process validation
Support installation, FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities
Develop process capability and manufacturing acceptance criteria
Improve safety, quality, throughput, cycle time, and OEE
Support pilot builds and production ramp activities
Root-Cause Optimization: Address equipment failure modes, process bottlenecks, and quality variances by utilizing first-principles engineering and data-driven corrective problem-solving methods
What You'll Bring
Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, Metrology, or equivalent experience
Hands-on expertise launching & optimizing equipment within one of the five core tracks listed above
Strong statistical background with proven experience applying Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical process control (SPC), and data-driven optimization
Experience with PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and Lean Manufacturing
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of robotics, automation, and machine vision
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
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