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Tesla Motors, Inc.

Process Engineering Technician, Body in White, Semi

Tesla Motors, Inc., Nevada, Iowa, United States, 50201

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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

What You'll Bring

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience

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

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)

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

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