Tesla Motors, Inc.
Manufacturing Engineer, Battery Manufacturing
Tesla Motors, Inc., Nevada, Iowa, United States, 50201
What to Expect
Tesla is looking for a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineer to launch manufacturing lines for our cutting-edge battery products. Battery development is at the heart of our company and this is an exciting opportunity to work directly with the central challenge of electric vehicles - battery cost. Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will work with a highly motivated team on extremely challenging projects.
In addition to developing manufacturing equipment and processes, manufacturing engineers work with cross-functional teams throughout the entire product lifecycle. You will work closely with design engineering, quality and production to take battery design changes and new battery designs from initial concept through prototype development and into full production.
What You\'ll Do
Develop and launch all new manufacturing processes
Identify root causes of production bottlenecks, equipment malfunctions, and variability, using first principles thinking to drive sustainable solutions
Design, implement, and refine manufacturing processes to maximize efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure the highest levels of product quality
Collaborate and manage internal and external equipment integrators from equipment development through handover to local operations teams
Install, commission, and qualify new equipment and fixtures for production implementation
Use manufacturing data to inform decisions, track progress, and identify areas for improvement in real-time
Create detailed documentation for equipment handover to operations team
Troubleshoot processes capability and stability through root cause analysis and design of experiments
Travel domestically/internationally to help support equipment FATs and across Tesla sites as needed (50% Travel expected)
What You\'ll Bring
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret production data and solve technical challenges using first principles
Design of mechanical equipment, fixturing, and tooling in CAD (SolidWorks preferred, CATIA is also a plus)
Multiple new equipment installations and experience developing automated manufacturing equipment
Multiple new product startups and experience transitioning products from prototype to production
Demonstrated experience collaborating effectively across engineering, operations, and maintenance teams
3+ years of experience in high-volume, automated manufacturing environments with a focus on battery or automotive industries
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
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
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In addition to developing manufacturing equipment and processes, manufacturing engineers work with cross-functional teams throughout the entire product lifecycle. You will work closely with design engineering, quality and production to take battery design changes and new battery designs from initial concept through prototype development and into full production.
What You\'ll Do
Develop and launch all new manufacturing processes
Identify root causes of production bottlenecks, equipment malfunctions, and variability, using first principles thinking to drive sustainable solutions
Design, implement, and refine manufacturing processes to maximize efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure the highest levels of product quality
Collaborate and manage internal and external equipment integrators from equipment development through handover to local operations teams
Install, commission, and qualify new equipment and fixtures for production implementation
Use manufacturing data to inform decisions, track progress, and identify areas for improvement in real-time
Create detailed documentation for equipment handover to operations team
Troubleshoot processes capability and stability through root cause analysis and design of experiments
Travel domestically/internationally to help support equipment FATs and across Tesla sites as needed (50% Travel expected)
What You\'ll Bring
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret production data and solve technical challenges using first principles
Design of mechanical equipment, fixturing, and tooling in CAD (SolidWorks preferred, CATIA is also a plus)
Multiple new equipment installations and experience developing automated manufacturing equipment
Multiple new product startups and experience transitioning products from prototype to production
Demonstrated experience collaborating effectively across engineering, operations, and maintenance teams
3+ years of experience in high-volume, automated manufacturing environments with a focus on battery or automotive industries
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
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
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