CNC Programmer, Die Shop

About the role

• CNC Programmer, Die Shop | Tesla (Manufacturing)
• Location: AUSTIN, Texas | Req ID: 240461 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

As a CNC Programmer on the Die Shop Team, you are responsible for machining the most complex components of the dies and working with engineers to improve die designs from a machining standpoint. In addition, you work with engineers to push the boundaries of machining technologies and develop better methods, tools, and programming practices aimed at reducing die costs and lead times while improving final quality.

What You'll Do

• Program 5-axis CNC Mills in a low-volume / high-mix workflow
• Prepare operator documents and prove out programs on the floor with machinists
• Work closely with engineers to provide crucial input on design for manufacturability
• Machine complex components to tight tolerances in various materials with tight deadlines
• Use various inspection and measurement tools to validate your work
• Tracking and documentation of machining processes and results when necessary
• Provide feedback to engineers, other machinists and programmers on design and process improvement

What You'll Bring

• 10+ years of CNC mill programming experience
• 4+ years of 5 axis programming experience
• Proficient with basic shop tools and machines (manual mill, engine lathe, drill press, bandsaw, belt sanders, hand tools etc.)
• Experience with Heidenhain CNC controls
• Experience machining dies (HP diecasting, stampings, injection molding etc.)
• CAD experience with CATIA V5 (basic navigation, model manipulation, and simple modeling)

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)