Sr. Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Battery

Sr. Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Battery

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Sr. Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Battery

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What To Expect
Tesla’s Supplier Industrialization team is responsible for critical component development and qualification activities at suppliers. This role will develop, qualify, scale up and optimize manufacturing and quality system procedures for Battery cell manufacturing. In this role, you will work closely with many organizations both internal and external to Tesla, taking new battery cell designs from initial concept through into full production.
The battery assembly is a critical part in Tesla vehicles and storage systems. This role will have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to our products. The work environment is demanding, fast-paced and incredibly exciting. The ideal candidate should be ready to push their limits, as they join in highly motivated and capable team to make unbelievable things into reality.
What You'll Do

Responsible for driving Industrialization and production launch readiness, line/equipment qualification using TQP (Tesla Qualification Process), and ensuring OEE and quality targets are achieved

Guide suppliers in selecting and validating appropriate dispensing systems for thermal/structural adhesives, defining laser/tab welding process parameters, inspection criteria, and validation requirements

Drive supplier DFM reviews, guide suppliers in efficient use of poke-yokes, best methods of assembly, testing, and gauging to ensure the product meets design requirements

Drive critical assembly interface requirements between the supplier and Tesla factories and ensure proper quality controls are implemented at supplier assembly lines

Perform assembly stack-up tolerance analysis and ensure assembly processes can meet design requirements

Drive root cause analysis and validate corrective actions using Tesla SCAR system for factory and field quality issues

Identify and drive cost reduction activities by utilizing process, material optimization, and yield improvements

What You'll Bring

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience

3+ years of assembly plant experience supporting battery pack, module, laser welding, 2-part adhesive dispensing, vision-based inspections, or similar processes in a Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supplier Quality Engineering, or Supplier Industrialization Engineering role

Demonstrated experience in developing battery assembly manufacturing processes, qualifying and scaling to volume with suppliers

Experience in a manufacturing setup handling measurement system analysis, SPC (Cp/Cpk analysis, Control Plans, FMEA, and OEE

Ability to communicate and direct supplier activities at the management level

Excellent teambuilding skills in dealing with suppliers, peers, and other functional areas

Strong technical writing ability and an ability to explain complex issues in a concise and plain manner. Must be familiar with SPC and data analysis

Ability to travel on short notice domestically and internationally, up to 25% travel may be required

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:

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)

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

Expected Compensation
$85,760 - $197,160/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
, Tesla

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Utilities

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