Manufacturing Engineer, Process & Equipment Development

Tesla is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to take
end-to-end ownership of manufacturing systems in Palo Alto, CA - from
pioneering prototype processes in R&D to designing, optimizing, and scaling
them for high-volume, highly automated production. You will invent and rapidly
iterate novel processes and prototype equipment, then lead their translation
into robust automation integrating robotics, machine vision, precision
mechatronics, and intelligent controls. You will drive process development,
equipment specification and qualification, line design, vendor management,
optimization, validation, technical transfer, and continuous improvement while
collaborating closely with Product Design, Controls, Quality, and Operations
teams. Success requires creative first-principles thinking, rapid prototyping
capability, and rigorous data-driven execution.

• In-house development of workstations, manufacturing equipment, and
  fixtures to support early-stage alpha/beta prototype builds
• Identification and documentation of manufacturing bottlenecks
  during R&D to influence high-volume equipment design
• Design, specification, procurement, construction, integration, and
  deployment of automated assembly equipment, robotics, inline vision systems,
  precision gauging, and end-of-line testing for medium- and high-volume
  production
• Development of new bespoke manufacturing processes from R&D
  through high-volume automation
• Design of production workstations for ergonomics, efficiency, and
  throughput
• Performance of process analysis, DOE, PFMEA, Process Flow Diagrams,
  control plans, line balancing, and capacity modeling
• Early Design for Manufacturing (DFM) collaboration with Product
  Design teams to influence product architecture for high-volume
  manufacturability
• Training of technicians and line operators in new manufacturing
  processes and equipment
• Leadership of data driven continuous improvement initiatives to
  improve yield
• Ownership of project timelines and technical transfer from
  development through steady-state production

• Experience developing mechanical equipment, fixturing, and tooling
  in a 3D CAD environment (SolidWorks, CATIA)
• Proven hands-on experience building early-stage functional
  prototypes and temporary bridge tooling
• Demonstrated success transitioning novel processes and equipment
  from low-volume R&D/prototype stages into high-volume, 24/7 automated
  manufacturing environments
• Experience introducing new equipment and new processes into a
  production environment
• Strong working knowledge of statistical data analysis, root-cause
  methodologies, DOE, and process optimization tools
• Knowledge of manufacturing fundamentals, mechanical design
  principles, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
• Excellent cross-functional communication skills with proven ability
  to manage technical requirements with international machine builders and
  vendors.

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

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.