Manufacturing Engineer, Traction Inverter

We're seeking a talented Manufacturing Engineer to develop and deploy automated assembly and test equipment and processes for our next generation of traction inverters. In this role, you'll focus on creating efficient, high-quality, and cost-effective manufacturing processes that meet our product and production targets.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop cutting-edge manufacturing equipment and processes that enable high-volume production of traction inverters
• Collaborate with design engineers to ensure Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles are applied to new product designs
• Work with equipment integrators and suppliers to design, manufacture, and install equipment for medium to high-volume production
• Apply various manufacturing techniques, such as joining methods (fastening, welding, brazing, soldering, adhesive bonding) and quality assurance methods (vision inspection, leak testing, electrical testing)
• Deploy manufacturing processes and equipment to high-volume production, including tool qualification, process documentation, and training
• Ramp processes to meet high-volume production targets (cycle time, availability, yield, quality, reliability) and drive continuous improvement
• Lead cross-functional teams to solve complex problems using data-driven decision making, collaborative leadership, and rigorous problem-solving methods

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer, with a track record of developing and optimizing complex assembly processes in high-volume automated production environments
• Experience creating technical specifications for automated manufacturing equipment and applying Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Automation (DFA) principles
• Proficiency in CAD tools, including AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or CATIA for designing mechanical equipment, fixturing, and tooling
• Strong understanding of lean and six sigma principles, with experience using tools like DMAIC, RCA, DOE, FMEA, PCA, SPC, and Kaizen
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret complex data using tools like MySQL, Python, R, JMP, or Tableau to inform decisions

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)
• 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