What To Expect
Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineering Manager to create, develop, and take on responsibility for state-of-the-art manufacturing processes in one of the most complex and challenging manufacturing environments – Tesla’s new Texas Gigafactory.

The Tesla Battery Cell Manufacturing Engineering Team is not for the faint of heart, after all, changing the world isn’t easy. It is, however, an opportunity to work along-side some of the industry’s top experts on some of the most stimulating challenges of the 21st Century. In addition to developing manufacturing processes, this specific role is responsible for leading cross-functional teams throughout the manufacturing line lifecycle.

This specific role is responsible for leading cross-functional teams throughout the manufacturing line lifecycle. This newest member of Manufacturing Engineering will be in lockstep with our Design for Manufacturability team, Product Excellence (Quality), Production Engineering, Production, and New Product Introduction (NPI) to take new manufacturing designs and manufacturing process from initial concept, through prototype development, and into full production. As such, we expect this person to take pride in their hands-on work, analytical ability, organizational skills, and attention to detail.

What You'll Do

Oversee engineering activities from inception to closure ensuring alignment with manufacturing goals and timelines

Drive reductions in CapEx, BOM, and manufacturing costs through innovative processes and operational improvements

Mentor the engineering team and collaborate with production, controls, and construction teams

Improve Gigafactory Texas operations by refining procedures and troubleshooting equipment installations

Maintain detailed process records, develop DFMEA/PFMEA documentation, and validate automation systems

Use tools to monitor engineering tasks and personnel activities

Present funding requests and production updates to Tesla leadership

Coordinate with construction teams to install and commission global production lines

Accelerate production launches, train teams, and deliver handover documentation

Meet aggressive launch schedules while ensuring seamless transitions to operational teams

What You'll Bring

Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or similar

5+ years manufacturing engineering + 3+ years engineering leadership (senior roles for higher experience)

Mechanical assembly expertise: tolerance analysis, adhesive bonding, pressing

Data-driven problem solving: root cause analysis, JMP/statistical tools

Automated line design: PLC programming, HMI, motion control

New equipment/process implementation in production environments

High-volume manufacturing experience in key areas: Automated assembly, precision manufacturing, vision systems, Laser processing, welding, battery tech, vacuum systems

Poise under pressure: manage competing demands, tight deadlines

Production quality metrics knowledge + exceptional communication

Proven history of leading initiatives that deliver measurable impact in manufacturing environments

Benefits
Compensation and 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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