Process Engineer, Data Collection, Optimus

About the role

Process Engineer, Data Collection, Optimus | Tesla (Engineering & Information Technology)

Location: Palo Alto, California | Req ID: 276330 | Job Type: Full-time

What to Expect

As a Data Collection Hardware Process Engineer, you will collaborate on the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of internal data collection tools and processes. You will design and implement equipment improvements and workstation layouts while working closely with operations teams through a continuous feedback loop. By constantly evaluating and refining our data collection devices and workflows, you will help streamline operations and push the boundaries of robotics data collection. Commitment to excellence is a core team value.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Packaging Engineering, Logistics, Production Planning, and Software—to design and improve all aspects of our operations
• Analyze data from multiple sources to identify and drive improvements to data collection hardware
• Partner with engineers to design and refine CAD models in preparation for production
• Define equipment requirements based on established processes
• Develop and implement SOPs for prototype data collection units
• Learn and leverage various service and fleet tracking tools to monitor fleet status and drive retrofit initiatives

What You'll Bring

• 2+ years of experience with CAD, continuous improvement methodologies, or additive manufacturing
• Experience analyzing data using Excel, SQL, or similar analytical tools
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or CATIA, with the ability to quickly integrate changes into designs ahead of mass production
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and a proven ability to work through complex problem-solving
• Demonstrated experience identifying root causes of problems and implementing effective solutions
• Previous experience working in engineering or manufacturing environments

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 - $156,000/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.