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Sr. Tool & Die Engineer, Semi

Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Nevada, Sparks
1 Electric Avenue (Show on map)
Jun 25, 2026
What to Expect
We areseekingan experienced, self-motivated Sr.Tool & Die Engineer for a position in our Semi Stamping Operations Team, a team focused on producing the high-quality stamped metal components for our Semi Truck. The successful candidate will have extensive theoretical and hands-on experience in allfacetsof various stamping technologies & die design, as well as experience managing new product introductions, equipment modification projects (new installations) and process optimization, upgrades & modifications. This position willresidein our new Semi Manufacturing Factory in Sparks, NV and will have a direct impact and responsibility for the quality level of the vehicle.

What You'll Do
  • Deliverhigh qualitystamping dies and processes that meet the production, part quality and cost goals of the Semi program
  • Support Semi Design Engineers through part and assembly DFM studies
  • Provide technical direction on tool & equipment design & build
  • Managesall aspects of tool development for in-house stamping operations,including:Project planning;Technical specifications for RFQ generation;Supplied Services performance of tool design analysis and approval/buy-off;Trials and tuning at the tool shop and on the home line;Reporting to company stakeholders on progress and issues;Issue resolution
  • Resolve complex part formability issues using die compensation strategiesin order toachieve styling,qualityand production goals
  • Lead tooling design and quality standards creation
  • Provide project related direction to technicians and stamping plant personnel qualifications

What You'll Bring
  • Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Demonstrated, hands-on experience buying off dies for construction quality and part accuracy;Demonstratedexperience managing international tool and die suppliers to meet project goals; Experience creating Die operation layouts
  • Strong,demonstratedinterpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with diverse teams of engineers and management
  • Good understanding of material properties for steel & aluminum
  • Able to perform 3-D modeling and surfacing using CATIA; Completion of GD&T training course by certified instructor
  • Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical control systems
  • Experienced user of sheet metal formability simulation software
  • Experience applying statistical analysis to improve product quality and/or production results

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:

  • 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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