Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Cybercab Manufacturing Process Engineer

Manufacturing EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAustin, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or a related field), or equivalent experience.
Proven experience launching and scaling manufacturing processes in high-volume environments.
Strong understanding of process flow, line balancing, takt time, and automation-heavy lines.
Proficiency in data analysis tools such as SI tools, Python, R, Tableau, or Minitab; statistical process control is a plus.
Solid knowledge of automation systems, robotics, and manufacturing execution systems.
Strong project management skills and a track record of meeting aggressive timelines and milestones.
Problem-solving skills using DMAIC, Ishikawa, 5-Why, or 8D, plus the ability to learn complex systems.

Responsibilities

Own one or multiple manufacturing lines end-to-end by defining, launching, and continuously optimizing processes, with a heavy focus on automation and the Unboxed manufacturing method.
Lead process optimization for modular, parallel Unboxed flows to maximize efficiency, safety, quality, and speed.
Own process documentation, including failure mode and effects analyses, control plans, and manufacturing instructions.
Conduct cycle-time analysis and line-metrics work, and improve overall equipment effectiveness while enabling production ramp-up.
Design process flows, material flows, ergonomic layouts, and line configurations for people and automation.
Lead milestone approvals, including safety forms, technical specifications, and documentation.
Analyze data to ensure build quality and process capability during ramp-up.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers through concept, design, and commissioning to define equipment functionality, sequence of operations, and acceptance criteria for Unboxed and automated systems.
Ensure compliance with Tesla standards.
Deploy structured problem-solving methods, including DMAIC, 8D, and 5-Why.

Desired Qualifications

Statistical process control proficiency is a plus.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	AUSTIN, Texas
Requisition ID	287396
Type	Full-time

Job Description

Join the mission to launch Cybercab, Tesla’s revolutionary fully autonomous Robotaxi, on the most advanced automotive manufacturing lines in the world. As a Cybercab Process Engineer, you won’t just support the lines… you will own them. You become a key individual partnering with cross-functional teams, to execute, and relentlessly optimize processes during the high-stakes ramping phase. You’ll drive Tesla’s novel Unboxed manufacturing method, the groundbreaking approach that breaks the vehicle into major modules built in parallel on open, highly accessible stations before final joining. This isn’t traditional automotive assembly. This is a radical, high-speed, modular manufacturing revolution, redesigned to shrink footprints, and unlocks blistering production rates. These lines are loaded with cutting-edge automation and robotics. You’ll lead the deployment of advanced equipment process, focussing on quality/efficiency/safety targets, and execute an aggressive production ramp that few in the industry will ever experience. You’ll turn the most ambitious vehicle Tesla has ever built into reality at scale. This is an opportunity to own world-class lines, master Unboxed manufacturing, and help write the next chapter of the automotive history.

Job Responsibilities

Own one or multiple Manufacturing lines end-to-end: define, launch, and continuously optimize processes on the most advanced automotive lines ever built, with a heavy focus on automation and the novel Unboxed manufacturing method
Lead process optimisation for modular, parallel Unboxed flows. Maximizing efficiency, safety, quality, and speed
Own process documentation excellence: FMEAs, control plans, manufacturing instructions, and more
Conduct cycle time analysis, line metrics, and OEE improvements while enabling an aggressive production ramp
Design high-performance process flows, material flows, ergonomic layouts, and line configurations that let humans and advanced automation perform at peak
Lead milestone approvals with precision, safety forms, technical specs, and flawless documentation
Dive deep into data to lock in build quality and process capability during the rapid ramp-up
Collaborate cross-functionally and with suppliers through concept, design, and commissioning to define equipment functionality, sequence of operations, and acceptance criteria for Unboxed and automated systems
Ensure full compliance with Tesla Standards (TS)
Deploy structured problem-solving (DMAIC, 8D, 5-Why)

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related) or equivalent experience
Proven experience launching and scaling manufacturing processes in high-volume environments
Strong understanding of process flow, line balancing, takt time, and automation-heavy lines
Data analysis proficiency (Such as: SI tools, Python, R, Tableau, Minitab) + SPC is a strong plus
Solid knowledge of automation systems, robotics, and MES
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across engineering, suppliers, and production
Fire for innovation, continuous improvement, and world-class manufacturing excellence
Project management strength with a track record of hitting aggressive timelines and milestones
Sharp problem-solving skills using DMAIC, Ishikawa, 5-Why, or 8D, plus the ability to learn complex

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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