Full-Time
Manufacturing Equipment Engineer
Battery Module & Pack, Semi
Posted on 4/24/2025
Tesla
10,001+ employees
EVs and integrated renewable energy solutions
No salary listed
Sparks, NV, USA
In Person
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- Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Strong 2D and 3D CAD design skillset
- Hands-on knowledge of robotics (e.g., Fanuc), vision systems (e.g., Keyence, Cognex), dispense systems, and conveyance systems
- Familiarity with AGVs, torque tools, dispense, fluid fill systems, and EOL testing is a plus
- Strong skills in designing jigs, fixtures, and tooling with a focus on safety, DFM, and GD&T
- Demonstrated experience with 3-phase 480/208 VAC, single-phase 208/120 VAC, and 24 VDC systems
- Proven problem-solving ability using structured methods like DMAIC, 8D, or 5 Whys, and excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FATs) that require international travel to validate and launch new production tooling
- Maintain and troubleshoot equipment to support continuous production and minimize downtime
- Design and validate jigs, fixtures, tooling, and maintenance schedules to ensure safety and reliability
- Uses first principals’ approach and lead upgrades and modifications to improve equipment performance and process capability
- Develop expertise on assigned equipment, including automation systems, to support training and troubleshooting
- Run ROI analysis and present engineering justification to Capex
- Familiarity with AGVs, torque tools, dispense, fluid fill systems, and EOL testing is a plus
Tesla designs and sells electric vehicles and renewable energy products. Its cars (Model S, 3, X, Y, and Roadster) run on battery power, with a semi-autonomous Autopilot driving system and a global network of fast-charging stations called Superchargers. The company also provides solar panels, Solar Roof, and energy storage products (Powerwall, Powerpack, Megapack) to generate and store clean energy for homes and businesses. Tesla operates with a vertically integrated model, manufacturing key components (batteries, drivetrains) and selling directly to customers via its website and stores, while earning revenue from vehicle and energy product sales and regulatory credits. Its goal is to speed up the world’s transition to sustainable energy by combining mobility and energy solutions in one ecosystem.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Austin, Texas
Founded
2003
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- China FSD rollout expands Tesla's software monetization base.[1]
- India service-center expansion improves market access before full local manufacturing.[1]
- Megapack demand and Houston training support energy-storage scaling.[1][5]
What critics are saying
- Chinese rivals already offer comparable autonomous-driving features, squeezing Tesla's FSD pricing.[1]
- Tesla's related-party ties with Musk companies intensify governance scrutiny.[1]
- Energy-storage execution risk rises if Texas staffing cuts slow Megapack output.[1]
What makes Tesla unique
- Tesla combines EVs, solar, and grid-scale batteries under one brand.[1][2]
- Its vertically integrated model spans design, manufacturing, sales, and service.[1][5]
- Tesla sells software features like Full Self-Driving with vehicles.[2][5]
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