Manufacturing Engineer, Optimus Factory, Gears

About the role

• Manufacturing Engineer, Optimus Factory, Gears | Tesla (Manufacturing)
• Location: AUSTIN, Texas | Req ID: 276665 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to support the development and launch of the Optimus Gears manufacturing program. This role is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining specialized manufacturing processes supporting precision gear production. You will transition automated lines from early prototypes through FAT/SAT commissioning and mass production (SOP).

Application Note

You do not need expertise in all areas to apply. We are looking for specialized engineering leaders. The successful candidate will own and lead the process development for ANY ONE of the following technical tracks:

• Track 1: Heat Treatment (induction or laser hardening process)
• Track 2: Precision Machining
• Track 3: Gearbox Assembly
• Track 4: End-of-Line Testing
• Track 5: Advanced Metrology (CMM programming, inline automated gauging, GD&T, Gage R&R)

Travel expected 25% - Ability to travel domestically and internationally to suppliers as required.

What You'll Do

• Process Ownership: Fully own, optimize, and scale the operational performance of your assigned technical track
• Design of Experiments (DOE): Structure, execute, and analyze formal DOEs to identify critical process parameters, minimize process variation, and establish optimized baselines for complex parts of the mechatronic systems
• Create process flows, PFMEA, Control Plans, and standardized work
• Support equipment specifications and supplier RFQs
• Participate in equipment design reviews and process validation
• Support installation, FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities
• Develop process capability and manufacturing acceptance criteria
• Improve safety, quality, throughput, cycle time, and OEE
• Support pilot builds and production ramp activities
• Root-Cause Optimization: Address equipment failure modes, process bottlenecks, and quality variances by utilizing first-principles engineering and data-driven corrective problem-solving methods

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, Metrology, or equivalent experience
• Hands-on expertise launching & optimizing equipment within one of the five core tracks listed above
• Strong statistical background with proven experience applying Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical process control (SPC), and data-driven optimization
• Experience with PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and Lean Manufacturing
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of robotics, automation, and machine vision

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)