Manufacturing Engineer

What to Expect

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with experience in developing new manufacturing processes and equipment as well as continuous improvement of existing equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This person will drive the implementation of new projects, production lines and product changes. The successful candidate is a self-starter, has strong engineering skills and leadership capabilities, and is able to manage multiple projects and priorities at the same time. This role requires working closely with Design Engineering, NPI, Quality, Production, Purchasing, Industrial Engineering, external vendors, and other departments to take vehicle design changes and new vehicle designs from initial concept through prototype development and into full production, and to transform and adapt existing manufacturing equipment to changing requirements and conditions.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate closely with Design Engineering to drive Design for Manufacturability in future programs 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
• 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
• Analyze, design, and optimize new production processes to ensure safety while maximizing yield, capacity, and cost effectiveness to enable the build of world-class products
• 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

• Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of related experience developing and launching complex assembly processes
• Able to function independently and collaboratively with strong attention to detail, organization, and initiative, while making decisive decisions under pressure and effectively managing competing demands and tight deadlines
• Be results and data driven, and able to effect change based on data
• Have working knowledge of Design for Manufacturability
• Strong familiarity with structured problems solving methodologies (DMAIC, 8D, etc.)
• 3D CAD experience in reviewing and modifying 3D models of tooling and product
• Hands-on experience with modifying and adjusting jigs, fixtures, and coordinating equipment installations
• Good understanding of BOMs, manufacturability, process design, process validation, assembly methods, design reviews and cost reduction methodologies
• Experienced with AUTOCAD, CATIA, SOLIDWORKS, and other similar software/tools