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Process Engineer, Site Survey

Tesla, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306

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Overview As a Process Engineer for Site Survey (also known as Site Audit) within the Business Process Engineering Team at Tesla, you will lead the development and maintenance of the site survey process. This role involves overseeing the process where Tesla representatives visit prospective customers’ homes to collect vital data such as site measurements, electrical setups, roof conditions, and utility details, enabling the creation of customized energy system designs. You will monitor key performance indicators, identify improvement opportunities, develop corrective action plans, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to optimize workflows.

What You’ll Do

Track site survey performance metrics, prioritize top issues, and drive continuous improvement activities with cross‑functional teams

Create process maps and models to inform rigorous process simulations and identify bottlenecks

Conduct process studies and analyze productivity metrics to quantify ideal versus actual site survey performance and recommend data‑backed enhancements

Evaluate site survey process trends, collaborating with stakeholders to mitigate risks and improve outcomes

Work closely with the site survey team to set, meet, and monitor key performance indicators such as completion time, accuracy rates, and customer satisfaction scores

Address immediate project needs, such as optimizing the site survey workflow for rooftop solar installations in high‑volume regions to reduce average visit times by 20%

What You’ll Bring

Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical), other technical discipline, or equivalent experience

3‑5 years of experience as a quality engineer, process engineer, or equivalent in an operations environment with a proven focus on process optimization

Knowledge of energy system design requirements, familiarity with electrical codes (e.g., NEC), and understanding of construction/roofing techniques

Strong understanding of the relationship between site survey and energy system design, approval processes (permit/inspection/interconnection), and installation practices

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with quality teams and cross‑functional stakeholders

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with experience in statistical analysis and process simulation software (e.g., Arena or similar); familiarity with basic SQL is a plus

Compensation and Benefits Expected Compensation: $84,000 - $150,000 annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits.

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 with options with a $0 paycheck contribution

Company Paid 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

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Management and Manufacturing

Industries Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Renewable Energy, Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Utilities

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