Manufacturing Engineer, Cell Assembly

About the role

• Manufacturing Engineer, Cell Assembly | Tesla (Manufacturing)
• Location: Fremont, California | Req ID: 262547 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

The Cell Manufacturing Engineering team at Tesla is looking for a highly-motivated Manufacturing Engineer to contribute to the development and ramp of cell manufacturing equipment and processes for our cutting-edge Tesla Energy Batteries. The Battery is one of the most complex and challenging components designed and manufactured at Tesla.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to Tesla’s world class manufacturing facilities. Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will work on a critical subsystem of an incredibly exciting product. In addition to developing working on ramping the line the Manufacturing Engineer works with cross-functional teams to test, validate, and roll-out equipment to production.

The ideal candidate takes pride in their hands-on work, analytical ability, organizational skills and attention to detail. They appreciates an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed and rewarded and where individuals carry tremendous responsibility. They looks forward to learning an incredible amount on the job.

What You'll Do

• Drive development of new/innovative manufacturing processes from proof of concept through to full scale production
• Work with internal and external teams to develop process, product and equipment design solutions to advance battery performance and cell manufacturing
• Plan and Execute DoEs to characterize boundary conditions and optimize process for manufacturability and quality
• Perform design reviews with internal and external vendors, develop and manage PFMEA, DFMEA risk assessments to ensure robust equipment design development
• Use tools like Minitab/JMP for data analysis and presentation of experimental data
• Establish process controls for SPC and develop process related OCAPs
• Plan and conduct Factory and Site Acceptance Tests (FAT/SAT) for new or modified equipment

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Science or equivalent relevant experience in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent
• 2+ years in Manufacturing Process Engineering, Automation Engineering, preferably in Battery, automotive or high-volume component production
• Experience with Metal forming/Stamping/ Laser welding / dispensing applications is preferred
• Proficiency in GD&T, SPC, MSA, FMEA / PFMEA, Simulation, statistical process control JMP capability analysis (Cp / Cpk), and control plans
• Experience with 3D CAD (CATIA, Solidworks) needed
• Knowledge of metrology systems (inline/offline)
• In-depth knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
• Experience with equipment buy-offs and process capability validation
• Proven ability to operate under pressure while managing multiple priorities simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

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$91,600 - $164,400/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.