Manufacturing Engineer - Metal Forming

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for design, installation and commissioning activities of manufacturing lines 

• Support equipment design needs and necessary administrative tasks, such as RFQ creation, throughout multiple project phases 

• Provides clear direction and correlates feedback from suppliers to ensure equipment quality and performance targets are met 

• Analyze data to develop, troubleshoot and improve a variety of processes 

• Collaborate with suppliers to develop engineering designs by validating key requirements such as cycle time, layout and tooling 

• Make detailed studies and possess excellent problem-solving skills to mitigate any potential risk or design flaw 

• Develop and execute detailed project timelines, open items, risks and report out to management and executives 

• Facilitate equipment trials at both vendor sites and Tesla factories for final acceptance and handover to production teams 

• Provides guidance to engineering technicians, interns and various team members as necessary 

• Coordinate and work on activities with other cross functional teams such as Mechanical Design, Quality Engineering and Process Engineering teams 

Job Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience 

• 1+ year of experience in high-volume manufacturing environments 

• Experience with process lines and automation, including brake presses, panel benders, lasers, tube fabrication, and mills 

• Proficiency in CATIA, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD 

• Strong project and vendor management skills 

• Understanding of equipment safety and compliance standards 

• Organized and able to deliver tasks on time in fast-paced environments 

• Applies structured problem-solving methods to resolve engineering challenges 

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to support equipment supplier visits, trials, and buyoffs