Staff Robotics Manufacturing Engineer, Optimus General Assembly, Production Launch

What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead the installation, commissioning, and ramp of high-volume Optimus assembly lines. In this role you will collaborate with factory, safety, maintenance, and production teams to launch assembly lines to achieve target rate and yield. If you have proven experience in launching new products at high volume under a demanding and fast-paced environment, join Tesla to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of AI robotics.

What You’ll Do

• Plan and execute the installation and site commissioning of automated assembly lines under demanding timelines with efficient resource allocation
• Drive improvements in process capability, cycle time, OEE to meet line targets
• Drive cross-functional alignment on equipment safety per Tesla standard
• Optimize cycle time with line balancing and process improvements during ramp
• Analyze tradeoffs daily to deliver a reliable, high-uptime assembly line on schedule
• Manage equipment suppliers and integrators through installation and commissioning phases
• Collaborate with factory production teams to ramp output and resolve issues in real time
• Root-cause technical issues and drive corrective actions for long term improvement
• Create process specifications, validation reports and troubleshooting documentation

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years launching complex electro-mechanical products into high-volume production
• Strong track record owning factory production lines and hitting rate targets
• Experience working directly with production teams in high-volume manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with site work, construction equipment, steel structures, material storage/buffer systems, material handling solutions, factory layout, and general factory material flow solutions
• Deep knowledge and hands-on experience with manual and automated assembly processes
• Strong project leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Travel up to 35% to Tesla factories and automation vendors