Equipment Engineer, Model Y, Castings RPC

About the role

• Equipment Engineer, Model Y, Castings RPC | Tesla (Manufacturing)
• Location: Fremont, California | Req ID: 253126 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Equipment Engineer to join our Model Y Castings team, responsible for the performance and reliability of large-scale aluminum die-casting, and post casting machining processes (Deburr and CNC machining). In this role, you will work cross-functionally with Maintenance, Process, Controls, and Manufacturing Engineering teams to maximize equipment uptime, support capacity expansion, and lead data-driven improvements. You will be instrumental in ensuring casting equipment meets Tesla’s world-class standards for safety, quality, and efficiency.

What You'll Do

• Own the health and performance of casting and RPC equipment (preferred 9+ axis CNC)
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for equipment downtime and chronic issues
• Define and optimize preventive maintenance plans and spare parts strategies
• Perform machine offsets, tool length adjustments, and part probing to ensure dimensional accuracy
• Support commissioning, installation, and ramp-up of new equipment and tooling
• Monitor and analyze KPIs such as OEE, MTTR, and MTBF to identify improvement opportunities
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including equipment BOMs, work instructions, and troubleshooting guides
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and drive FMEA, risk assessments, and LOTO adherence
• Analyze and optimize cycle times, tool paths, and machining parameters for efficiency and quality

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience or equivalent in Equipment Engineering, preferred in CNC, die casting, injection molding, stamping, heavy manufacturing
• Hands-on experience with large industrial machinery (hydraulics, pneumatics, lubrication, and thermal systems)
• Proficient in interpreting mechanical and pneumatics schematics
• Familiarity with automation systems, PLCs (Siemens and Allen-Bradley) and FANUC Robots
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills in fast-paced production environments
• Comfortable with data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, PowerPoint and MS Projects)
• Experience working in a high-volume automotive or aerospace manufacturing environment preferred
• Experience with advanced multi-axis milling equipment such as Haas, Mazak, or DMG Mori preferred
• Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing certification, exposure to Tesla production systems is a strong plus

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)

Expected Compensation$84,000 - $180,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.