Manufacturing Engineering, Body

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What to Expect

The role requires development and definition of manufacturing processes, process flow and layout definition, product DFM (Design for Manufacturability), etc. Manufacturing Engineers work with cross-functional teams on the definition of processes that can satisfy the needs for every party involved on the development and implementation of new products. This role requires a hands-on Engineer to work closely with Design Engineering, Quality, Production, Maintenance, Sustaining and External Vendors to take vehicle design changes and new vehicle designs from initial concept through prototype development and into full production.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate closely with Design Engineering to drive Design for Manufacturability early in the design phase.
• Develop process designs that form the basis of high-volume production lines and support Tesla’s industry-leading dimensional quality of the vehicles produced.
• Drive tooling design and development in accordance with the process plan and GD&T strategy,  working closely with Tesla’s partner vendors to buy-off and deliver the final product.
• Participate in the development and review of early project planning documents such as project timelines, Requests for Quotations, FMEA’s and Safety Risk Assessments.
• Lead the development and introduction of processes and equipment associated with early prototype builds and highlighting key process and equipment improvement opportunities throughout the prototype builds themselves.
• Arrange and participate in line design reviews of robot and tooling simulations, cycle time plans, and general line layout, driving optimization towards fundamental engineering limits.
• Lead the installation, commissioning, and ramp of high-volume production lines, ensuring close collaboration with Tesla’s partner vendors to deliver the line in the shortest possible timing and within project budgets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve safety, quality, and efficiency metrics during the ramp of production.
• Collect and prepare the final documentation handover package to ensure the long-term sustainability and optimization of new production lines.
• Define a project’s scope, manage spend against the budget, coordinate with outside vendors, and oversee the installation of new equipment to ensure all requirements are met.
• Analyze, design, and optimize new production processes to ensure safety while maximizing yield, capacity, and cost effectiveness to enable the build of world-class vehicles.
• Develop and modify existing line layouts, processes, and fixtures to improve material flow, waste reduction, safety, and ergonomics by utilizing Lean Manufacturing best practices.

What You’ll Bring

• BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
• Evidence of exceptional ability
• Minimum 3 years prior experience in similar field
• Strong hands-on experience with high-volume and pilot manufacturing
• Experience with SolidWorks or other 3D CAD software
• Understanding of automation systems, mechanical engineering robotics, PLCs, and data collection systems
• Experience programming PLCs, SCARA robots, and articulated robots a plus
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively achieve results with multiple vendors and internal and external customers
• Working knowledge of data analysis, statistics, SPC
• Excellent communicator, both in presentations and written reports
• Proven ability to work well with production personnel of all levels
• Able to travel 20% of the time, both domestically and internationally

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

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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