What to Expect
Tesla is looking for experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support production equipment and processes in dry electrode manufacturing lines. You will work closely with Process, Quality, and Production teams to implement continuous improvements to existing equipment. You will also plan and manage new production line installations.
The battery cell is a critical component in Tesla vehicles and storage systems, and in this role, you will have opportunity to drive manufacturing costs down while maintaining industry leading product quality.
What You'll Do
- Prepare equipment documentation packages including 3D models, fabrication drawings, BOM, PFMEA, and Risk Assessments
- Write Manufacturing Instructions to document details of equipment setup and function
- Assist maintenance and process technicians with timely resolution of line down events
- Lead major equipment overhauls during scheduled upgrade campaigns
- Drive continuous improvements to increase equipment OEE, safety, ergonomics, and process yield
- Create new manufacturing line layouts in collaboration with factory design teams
- Write equipment technical specifications and closely collaborate with external OEMs to develop custom equipment
- Implement and validate manufacturing equipment upgrades in high-speed production lines
What You'll Bring
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience4+ years engineering experience in an industrial settingHands-on experience supporting manufacturing line operation and driving continuous improvement projectsExperience drawing machine or production line layouts in 2D (AutoCAD preferred)Excellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to travel domestically and internationallyExperience designing fixtures and tooling in 3D (SolidWorks preferred)Experience with new production line launches is desiredExperience with industrial hydraulic systems and best operational practices to maintain such systems is desiredCompensation and Benefits Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire :
Aetna PPO and HSA plans >2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include : critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation $80,000 - $174,000 / 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.