Manufacturing Engineering Body

ManufacturingEngineers will develop world-class equipment and processes, working withcross-functional teams throughout the entire product launch lifecycle fromdesign to full production ramp. This role requires a highly driven Engineer to workclosely with Design Engineering, Quality, Production, Maintenance and ExternalVendors to take new vehicle designs from initial concept through prototypedevelopment and into high-volume production.

Responsibilities

• Collaborateclosely with Design Engineering to develop products that lend themselves tostreamlined and robust manufacturing methods with industry-best safety,quality, rate and cost
• Support Tesla'sfactory and facility teams to develop highly-efficient and optimizedfactory-level layouts
• Take directresponsibility for exceeding market-leading dimensional quality and lead allactivities towards this objective including the development of GD&Tstrategies, quality control plans and dimensional improvement plans
• Lead thedevelopment of innovative and robust tooling design to achieve the process planand GD&T strategy, working closely with Tesla's partner vendors to buy-offand deliver the final product
• Drive thecontinued improvement of early project planning documents such as projecttimelines, Requests for Quotations, FMEA's and Safety Risk Assessments
• Lead thedevelopment and introduction of processes and equipment associated with earlyprototype builds and highlighting key process and equipment improvementopportunities throughout the prototype builds themselves
• Work closely withTesla's partner vendors to develop world-class production lines withunprecedented simplicity, density, speed, and automation
• Lead theinstallation, commissioning, and ramp of high-volume production lines, ensuringclose collaboration with Tesla's partner vendors to deliver the line in theshortest possible time and lowest possible cost
• Initiate anddrive strategies to rapidly ramp the quality and rate of newly launchedproduction lines to full capacity with a focus on maintaining the highest ofsafety standards throughout the ramp duration
• Build on thesuccess of existing line layouts, processes, and tooling to further improvematerial flow, waste reduction, safety, and ergonomics by utilizing leanmanufacturing best practices and structured problem-solving methodologies

Requirements

• B.S. in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or ElectricalEngineering; or equivalent experience and evidence of exceptional ability
• 5+ years of related experience developing andlaunching complex assembly processes
• A 'can-do' attitude with open mindedness and astrong desire to think 'outside the box'
• A proven track record of taking initiative,managing competing demands, collaborating closely with others, and remainingpositive in high-pressure environments
• A demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented andmake data-based decisions, owning assignments and taking full accountabilityfor their successful and timely delivery
• Flexibility and adaptability to changingpriorities and assignments, coping with rapidly changing inputs, constraints,and priorities
• Strong familiarity with structuredproblem-solving methodologies such as DMAIC, 5 Whys, Fishbone, and 8D
• Extensive hands-on experience with modifyingjigs, fixtures, and coordinating equipment installations.
• Strong understanding of BOMs, OEE,manufacturability, DFM, process design, process validation, assembly methods,design reviews and cost reduction methodologies
• Experience with AUTOCAD, CATIA, SOLIDWORKS, andother similar software/tools

Compensation 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 benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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