Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - Stamping Tooling

Manufacturing EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAustin, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience.
At least 5 years of direct, hands-on experience in tool and die engineering, focused on progressive dies, lamination stamping, and electric motor stator production.
At least 5 years of experience with 3D/2D CAD platforms such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD and die simulation software such as AutoForm or PAM-STAMP.
Deep understanding of metallurgy, tool steel selection, coatings, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
A proven track record of applying root-cause problem-solving methodologies to resolve complex manufacturing issues.
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams, including suppliers and operations staff.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with occasional overtime or shift work to support 24/7 manufacturing.
Ability to travel as required for die supplier visits, trials, or buyoffs (>5%).

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and optimization of precision stamping dies and tooling for next-generation electric motor manufacturing.
Collaborate with design engineering, automation engineering, tooling suppliers, quality, process, and operations teams to design, build, and deploy high-precision progressive stamping dies.
Drive tooling lifecycles from concept to production, including root-cause analysis and continuous process improvements.
Lead the CAD design and development of custom, high-precision stator dies, focusing on material utilization, interlocking features, and high-speed stamping operations.
Collaborate with product design engineers and manufacturing teams to ensure stator geometries can be stamped efficiently and cost-effectively without compromising magnetic or mechanical performance.
Use simulation software to conduct flow, thermal, and stress analyses to optimize die design, minimize tooling wear, and improve stamping quality.
Conduct root-cause analysis of tooling failures, stamping defects, or production inefficiencies, and implement corrective actions to maximize uptime and die life.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior tool and die engineers and production technicians.
Prepare and maintain detailed design specifications, workflows, and preventive maintenance procedures for all die systems.
Select and define required spare parts and consumables.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	AUSTIN, Texas
Requisition ID	276582
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<div class="MSWordContent"><p>The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Stamping Tooling, leads design, development and optimzation of precision stamping dies and tooling for next-generation electric motor manufacturing. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including design engineering, automation engineering, tooling suppliers, quality, process, and operations—to design, build and deploy progressive stamping dies with extreme precision requirements. The successful candidate will have extensive theoretical and hands-on experiences in all facets of high-volume electric motor stamping, driving tool lifecycles from concept to production including root-cause analysis and continuous process improvements.</div>

Job Responsibilities

Tooling Design & Lifecycle: Spearhead the CAD design and development of custom, high-precision stator dies, focusing on material utilization, interlocking features, and high-speed stamping operations
Design for Manufacturability (DFM): Collaborate with product design engineers and manufacturing teams to ensure stator geometries can be efficiently and cost-effectively stamped without compromising magnetic or mechanical performance
Simulation & Analysis: Utilize simulation software to conduct flow, thermal, and stress analysis to optimize die design, minimize tooling wear, and improve stamping quality
Continuous Improvement: Conduct root-cause analysis (RCA) on tooling failures, stamping defects, or production inefficiencies, implementing corrective actions to maximize uptime and die life
Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior tool and die engineers and production technicians.
Documentation: Prepare and maintain detailed design specifications, workflows, and preventive maintenance procedures for all die systems
Spare Parts: select and define required and appropriate spare parts & consumables

Job Requirements

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
Experience: 5+ years of direct, hands-on experience in tool and die engineering, with a strong focus on progressive dies, lamination stamping, and electric motor stator production
Software Proficiency: 5+ years of experience with 3D/2D CAD platforms (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and die simulation software (e.g., AutoForm, PAM-STAMP)
Technical Skills: Deep understanding of metallurgy, tool steel selection, coatings, and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
Problem-Solving: Proven track record of applying root cause problem-solving methodologies to resolve complex manufacturing issues
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams, including suppliers and operations staff
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with occasional overtime or shift work to support 24/7 manufacturing
Travel as required for die supplier visits, trials or buyoffs (>5%)

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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