Launch Quality Engineer

About the role

• Launch Quality Engineer | Tesla (Manufacturing)
• Location: Fremont, California | Req ID: 281490 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

The Launch Quality Engineer will enable flawless launches of next-generation electric vehicles by driving high quality across low-voltage electrical systems, firmware, and related commodities. Acting as the voice of quality from prototype through mass production, you’ll lead cross-functional problem-solving, validate system performance, and establish quality controls that enable fast paced launches without compromising safety, customer experience or yield.

What You'll Do

• Lead quality assurance and improvements for low-voltage systems (12V/48V), ECUs, wiring, connectors, harnesses, and embedded firmware during prototype and launch builds
• Drive structured validation plans, control plans, functional testing and inspection standards to assure safety, quality compliance, and launch readiness
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement effective containment actions and corrective actions using structured problem-solving methodologies
• Debug electrical systems (CAN/LIN, diagnostics) and coordinate evolving wire harness specifications and deviations
• Establish and track quality performance metrics to drive continuous improvement across launches
• Collaborate with NPI, design, manufacturing, and suppliers to proactively strengthen part and process quality, ensuring robust builds

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Experienced in Low-voltage architectures (12V/48V), ECU firmware, Low Voltage hardware testing and electrical diagnostic tools (CAN ape, PCAN Explorer, or PLIN Viewer)
• Strong problem-solving capabilities with experience in tools such as FMEA, SPC, DOE, 8D, Fishbone diagrams, etc.
• Data mining using SQL, Splunk, Periscope
• Geometric Dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• Catia for part drawings and 3D part analysis
• Hands-on approach: present at builds, validating parts and firmware on-vehicle
• Excellent communication and presentation skills and ability to lead cross-functional problem solving under tight launch timelines
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (~10%)
• Results oriented mindset with a relentless drive for continuous improvement and launch excellence

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.