Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, LFP Cell Assembly

About the role

Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, LFP Cell Assembly | Tesla (Manufacturing)

Location: Sparks, Nevada | Req ID: 259060 | Job Type: Full-time

What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Equipment Engineer to contribute to the development and improvement of existing and new high-volume automation equipment for LFP cell assembly lines. As part of the production engineering team, you will be responsible for operating, sustaining, and improving some of the most advanced automated manufacturing equipment in the world.

The ideal candidate will have a high aptitude for quickly learning new skillsets, along with the ability to lead in high-demanding situations. We expect engineers to start with strengths in a given field (e.g., 3D/2D drawing, mechanical/electrical engineering, robotics, PLC programming, vision systems, Python, HMI scripting, etc.) and then expand their expertise into all other areas by collaborating with team members.

This role requires broad capabilities to sustain every aspect of the automated equipment.

What You'll Do

• Interpret, improve, and deploy 2D/3D drawings for mechanical/pneumatic components and electrical circuits using SolidWorks and Eplan
• Program ladder logic and structured text on multiple controller platforms (Omron, Siemens). Program and teach industrial 6/3-axis robots (Kuka/Fanuc/Epson/Omron), multi-station machinery material pick-and-place, dispense, fastening, vision systems, welding, and conveyance applications
• Diagnoses equipment failures improving OEE. Lead equipment upgrades with a focus on serviceability, reliability and process capability. Participate and lead corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and RCA engineering analysis
• Takes initiative to create, implement and improve Preventative Maintenance procedures and schedules. Sustain competitive Uptime, MTTR & MTBF targets for area of ownership
• Participate in spare part analysis, localization, cost reduction and inventory improvements by collaborating with Spares Department
• Collaborate with EHS in the identification, prevention, and mitigation of safety hazards, proposing and implementing engineering solutions
• Collaborate with cross functional teams in the development of Process Flows, Control Plan, GR&R, Work Instructions, Process capability, Rework Procedures, Calibration and Qualification of tools, Quality Validation, Risk Assessments (PFMEA) & New product introduction
• Collaborate with cross functional teams in the commissioning, start of production and ramp up of high volume LFP manufacturing operations. Sustain 24 by 7 production operations to meet build plan targets, demonstrating competitive OEE
• Become Expert Level Trainer on all machines in assigned area and be responsible for the level of knowledge of Shift technicians. Provide hands-on support to maintenance team to troubleshoot and resolve downtime situations

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting and configuration. Good overall computer skills with demonstrated ability in either Omron or Siemens, programming languages, preferred
• Experience commissioning and improving Equipment. Have a demonstrated track record of OEE improvement, Preventative and Predictive Maintenance activities, preferred
• Experience with robotics maintenance, troubleshooting, optimization and teaching, preferred (FANUC/Kuka)
• 3+ years in a highly automated, high volume manufacturing facility, good understanding of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Safety, Ergonomics, Change Point Management, Spare Parts Management, is a plus
• Strong problem-solving skills and an aptitude for learning systems quickly. Able to utilize structured problem-solving techniques such as DMAIC, Ishikawa, Five Why (5W) or Eight Disciplines(8D). Able to resolve high level performance issues into addressable actions, preferred
• Strong ability to work and communicate effectively with team and peers within a manufacturing and engineering organization. This includes excellent communication skills: written and verbal
• Experience on laser welding, thermal management, E-fill, winding, industrial roll to roll web handling or similar is a plus