Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Field Quality Engineer

Quality EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSparks, NV, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Software, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Hands-on failure analysis experience; consumer electronics, semiconductors, electric vehicles, and automotive experience are preferred. Entry-level candidates with co-op or internship experience, such as Formula SAE, are considered.
Proficiency with software and firmware tools, logs, PCBA and electromechanical troubleshooting, and manufacturing processes.
Knowledge of failure analysis tools, statistical software such as Python, Minitab, or JMP, quality standards such as ASME and ISO 9001, design of experiments, and inspections.
Ability to manage and interpret data using business systems.
Willingness to travel regionally, drive or test Tesla vehicles, and work hands-on at service, production, or supplier sites.
Comfort with physical tasks, heavy equipment operation, dynamic environments, and potentially CDL or Department of Transportation compliance.

Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze field performance of vehicle systems, including high-voltage systems, drive units, batteries, and power electronics, to identify, prioritize, and investigate issues based on severity, frequency, and cost.
Perform board-level, component-level, and system-level failure analysis using engineering and manufacturing expertise; conduct root cause analysis using 5-Whys, Fishbone, and Fault Tree methods; and implement corrective actions, diagnostics, and repairs.
Collaborate with engineering, service, diagnostics, and quality teams to communicate insights, refine procedures, and drive scalable solutions; support documentation, remote tools, and design reviews, including DFMEAs and PFMEAs.
Lead continuous improvements, preventive actions, and process optimizations; participate in new product introduction, design of experiments, statistical analysis, audits, training, and incident response.
Provide field and manufacturing support through hands-on work, supervision, mentoring, and validation of fixes; support safe operations, including vehicle operation when required.
Identify, analyze, and determine root causes of issues affecting infotainment, low-voltage, advanced driver assistance, chassis systems, and power electronics components; implement countermeasures and report findings.
Support diagnostic and repair strategies, communicate product feedback from the field, and develop scalable quality solutions across vehicle systems.
Drive field issue detection, structured root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation to inform continuous product improvement.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in consumer electronics, semiconductors, electric vehicles, or automotive is preferred.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	Sparks, Nevada
Requisition ID	262833
Type	Full-time

Job Description

The Engineering team’s mission is to improve customer experience of Tesla products by reducing field issues, in collaboration with a large cross-section of other engineering teams. This is a hands-on individual contributor role centered on failure analysis and root cause activities. We are seeking a multi-faceted Electrical or Mechanical Engineer to take ownership of all aspects of identifying, analyzing, root causing, implementing countermeasures, and reporting on issues affecting infotainment, low voltage, ADAS, Chassis systems and power electronics components. The Quality Field Engineer ensures product quality directly at customer sites, production lines, or supplier locations, acting as the crucial link between engineering, manufacturing, and the end-user. This role involves solving technical issues, analyzing failures, and implementing lasting quality improvements through hands-on support, data analysis, and coordinating corrective actions like recalls. The engineer bridges the gap between design specifications and real-world performance, with a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and preventing future product flaws. The Field Quality Engineer will need familiarity with the detailed behavior of these electro-mechanical assemblies and the tools and equipment used in manufacturing. You will work with other Engineering teams to quickly mitigate and implement countermeasures for field issues, improving the quality, reliability, and durability of Tesla products. This role supports diagnostic and repair strategies, champions product feedback from the field, and enables scalable quality solutions across all Tesla vehicle systems. It requires driving field issue detection, structured root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation to ensure every customer experience informs our continuous product improvement journey. The position demands travel within your region, including driving Tesla vehicles for testing or delivery/service, operating heavy equipment, and potentially operating commercial vehicles requiring a CDL or duties triggering Department of Transportation compliance.

Job Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze field performance of Tesla vehicle systems (e.g., HV systems, drive units, batteries, power electronics) to identify, prioritize, and investigate issues based on severity, frequency, and cost
Perform failure analysis (board-level, component, system) using engineering and manufacturing expertise; conduct root cause analysis (5-Whys, Fishbone, Fault Tree) and implement corrective actions, diagnostics, and repairs
Collaborate with engineering, service, diagnostics, and quality teams to communicate insights, refine procedures, and drive scalable solutions; support documentation, remote tools, and design reviews (DFMEAs, PFMEAs)
Lead continuous improvements, preventive actions, and process optimizations; participate in NPI, DOE, statistical analysis, audits, training, and incident response
Provide field/manufacturing support, including hands-on work, supervision, mentoring, and validation of fixes; embrace safety, collaboration, and may require operating vehicles (CDL/DOT compliance)

Job Requirements

Degree in Software, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
Hands-on failure analysis experience (consumer electronics, semiconductors, EVs, automotive preferred); entry-level with co-ops/internships (e.g., Formula SAE) considered
Proficiency in software/firmware tools, logs, PCBA/electromechanical troubleshooting, and manufacturing processes
Knowledge of failure analysis tools, statistical software (Python, Minitab, JMP), quality standards (ASME, ISO 9001), DOE, and inspections
Data management and interpretation using business systems
Strong problem-solving, analytical skills, and attention to detail
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration
Proactive, ownership-driven mindset focused on quality, safety, integrity, and adaptability
Willingness to travel regionally, drive/test Tesla vehicles, and work hands-on in service/production/supplier sites
Comfort with physical tasks, heavy equipment operation (may need CDL/DOT), and dynamic environments

About the Company

Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Tesla makes electric cars and batteries that store power for homes and utilities, and it develops self-driving software and humanoid robots. In 2023, its Model Y became the first electric vehicle to rank as the world's best-selling car. Buyers order the Model 3 sedan, Model Y SUV, or Cybertruck pickup directly from Tesla instead of through dealers, and they charge on its Supercharger fast-charging network. It also sells Megapack and Powerwall batteries, runs a robotaxi service, and charges drivers a monthly fee for self-driving software that still needs their supervision. Tesla was founded in 2003, with Elon Musk as its lead early investor and a recognized co-founder, and it is based in Austin, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Austin, TX
Founded: 2003

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