Manufacturing Process Engineer Laser - Battery Cell

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Responsibility for laser cutting- and welding systems implementation, commissioning and programming.
• Drive continues process optimization in current R&D and production environment, implementation for future model launches and process improvement.
• Work in cross-functional teams to develop Laser cutting- and welding processes that meet requirements for high volume manufacturability. 
• Maintain laser safety in all phases of project life cycle to meet local restrictions for person- and machine safety.
• Analyze production to increase manufacturing uptime, availability and reliability metrics yield, cycle time, quality and investigate bottlenecks to identify root cause and countermeasure to maximize throughput.
• Drive root cause analysis through process and equipment expertise, correlate with upstream/downstream processes.
• Troubleshoot and recover processes by PLC, HMI or tool management software, implement changes/improvements required by Engineering and Operating teams. 
• Develop and deliver training to operations- and maintenance technicians to ensure seamless handover of new equipment.
• Generate and maintain documentation including machine and process specifications, drawings, BOM, spare parts, PFMEA, control plan, process flow chart, work- and maintenance instructions. 

Job Requirements

• Evidence of exceptional ability and a passion for engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in a production environment and/or proven manufacturing development track record.
• Experience with laser equipment which includes but not limits to laser source, laser head, and quality tracking system, fixture design and qualification.
• Deep understanding of laser cut/weldability of combinations of steel, copper and aluminum.
• 2+ years in process monitoring and optimization.
• A passion to implement and work on ramping a manufacturing line.
• Position will offer unique and complex engineering challenges that require persistence, innovative thinking and a positive attitude.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, occasionally requiring extended hours.
• Proven ability to operate under pressure while managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Experience with mass production, highly automated manufacturing equipment, continuous motion processes and vision systems for all kinds of quality- and process control.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Aptitude to learn and incorporate new technologies.

• Our own medical center, a gym and an in-house barbershop.
• E-bike charging stations in front of the factory, more than 500 free charging stations for electric cars, a bike leasing program, free use of the nextbike bike-sharing fleet, as well as numerous free shuttle bus routes to Grünheide and the surrounding areas.
• You’ll receive subsidized canteen meals, a free S-membership at the Urban Sports Club (discount from M+) and you can sign up for many language courses.
• We also offer all employees a wide range of insurance options, such as a company pension plan, as well as discounts on private insurance and legal protection insurance.

These and many other benefits await you. Join Tesla and help us build a world of amazing abundance.

Candidates are expected to uphold and actively promote sustainability principles in their daily work, operating in line with Tesla Global Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS&S) Policy and EMAS requirements, fostering a culture of continuous environmental improvement.