Supervisor Robotics, Manufacturing Engineering, Optimus Assembly

About the role

Supervisor Robotics, Manufacturing Engineering, Optimus Assembly | Tesla (Engineering & Information Technology)

Location: Palo Alto, California | Req ID: 277949 | Job Type: Full-time

What to Expect

The Robotics Supervisor leads and coordinates a team of Engineering Technicians supporting the Manufacturing Engineering team within the Optimus Assembly scope. This role oversees daily work activities to ensure high-quality, safe operations as technicians fabricate, assemble, and integrate mobile robot prototypes, validate new designs for manufacturability, and support new product launch schedules.

The Supervisor maintains continuity of operations in the prototype shop and newly developed work cells, drives process efficiency from beta builds through ramp-up of robotics production, and manages workforce training, performance, and development. The Supervisor also serves as an advisor and decision-maker on project critical path issues, escalating and resolving complex technical challenges to reduce program risk.

What You'll Do

• Plan, supervise, and coordinate the daily work activities of the Engineering Technician team, ensuring high-quality, safe operations across the Manufacturing Engineering team
• Lead technicians in the fabrication, assembly, and integration of mobile robot prototypes, including mechanical assemblies and electrical systems
• Provide training, mentoring, and career development for technicians; schedule training and conduct performance reviews
• Oversee validation of new designs for manufacturability, supporting new product launch schedules and continuity of operations in the prototype shop and work cells
• Serve as advisor and decision-maker during project critical path situations, managing escalations on mechanical, electrical, and software issues to reduce program risk
• Drive root cause analysis (FA) and countermeasure development across the team, reviewing task execution and communicating detailed work plans and test status updates to stakeholders
• Ensure team adherence to standardized work, safety/ergonomics, quality, Takt time, and production rate and cost efficiency targets across all stations
• Oversee group workflow and robotics stacking order, resource planning, and shift scheduling to support variable production and launch demands
• Review evaluations of new parts and processes, providing feedback to design engineering on manufacturability improvements
• Maintain documentation and communication platforms (e.g., Confluence, JIRA) to support team operations and continuous improvement

What You'll Bring

• Experience as an Engineering Technician or in a technical supervisory role within Robotics, Automotive, precision medical devices, R&D, or Manufacturing
• Associate Degree, relevant technical work experience, or equivalent, with hands-on experience using hand and power tools and high- and low-voltage systems
• Proven ability to supervise a team of technicians, including scheduling, performance reviews, and career development
• Practical working knowledge of process sheets, standardized work, and factory line operations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis (FA), implementing countermeasures, and following up to ensure effectiveness
• Ability to interpret drawings and 3D CAD and read mechanical drawings; experience with CAD (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks) and/or electrical design (e.g., Altium) preferred; fabrication/machining or 3D printing experience a plus
• Proficiency with key systems/programs such as Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, Enovia/CATIA/Delmia, Confluence, JIRA, and FX
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to lead meetings, speak in front of groups, and manage escalations with stakeholders
• Shift flexible with high commitment and ability to work a variable schedule, including daily/weekend overtime as needed
• Ability to repeat physical/mental activities with accuracy, including responsible time management and prioritization skills

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$120,800 - $181,200/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.