Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Staff Manufacturing Engineer - Cell Assembly

Manufacturing EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeFremont, CA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Use first-principles thinking to break down complex problems into fundamental truths and develop innovative manufacturing solutions.
Have 8 or more years of experience in manufacturing process engineering or automation engineering, preferably in automotive or high-volume component production.
Proficiency in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, statistical process control, measurement system analysis, failure mode and effects analysis, process failure mode and effects analysis, simulation, computer-aided design, JMP capability analysis (Cp/Cpk), and control plans.
Knowledge of inline and offline metrology systems.
In-depth knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
Experience with equipment buy-offs and process capability validation.
Ability to manage cross-functional projects and drive supplier accountability.
Technical writing and verbal communication skills sufficient to simplify complex issues.

Responsibilities

Drive development of new manufacturing processes from proof of concept through full-scale production to improve battery performance or cost.
Lead in-house development of prototype manufacturing equipment for low- and high-volume lines; manage internal and external equipment suppliers through production-line design, installation, and commissioning, ensuring integration on time.
Work with the production team to ramp up the line, address technical issues, and optimize processes until the line runs at the desired rate.
Plan and execute designed experiments to characterize boundary conditions and optimize processes; establish critical process parameters and recipes for manufacturability and quality.
Develop and manage process failure mode and effects analysis and design failure mode and effects analysis risk assessments to prioritize process improvement projects and ensure adequate metrology and controls.
Use Minitab or JMP to analyze and present experimental data.
Establish statistical process control and develop process-related out-of-control action plans.
Lead product design for manufacturability, design failure mode and effects analysis, and sustainability.
Analyze product designs and identify potential process risks.
Run computer-aided engineering and computational fluid dynamics simulations to understand and de-risk changes to process and equipment designs.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in cell assembly, laser welding, metal forming, dispensing, or high-volume assembly production is preferred.
Automotive or high-volume component production experience is preferred.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	Fremont, California
Requisition ID	262548
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<p>The Cell Manufacturing Engineering team at Tesla is looking for a highly-motivated Manufacturing Engineer to contribute to the development and ramp of cell manufacturing equipment and processes for our cutting-edge Tesla Energy Batteries. The Battery is one of the most complex and challenging components designed and manufactured at Tesla. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to Tesla’s world class manufacturing facilities. Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will work on a critical subsystem of an incredibly exciting product. In addition to developing working on ramping the line the Manufacturing Engineer works with cross-functional teams to test, validate, and roll-out equipment to production. The ideal candidate takes pride in their hands-on work, analytical ability, organizational skills and attention to detail. They appreciates an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed and rewarded and where individuals carry tremendous responsibility. They looks forward to learning an incredible amount on the job.</p>

Job Responsibilities

Drive development of new/innovative manufacturing processes from proof of concept through to full scale production that enable improved battery performance and/or cost
Lead the in-house development of novel, complex, innovative, and intricate prototype manufacturing equipment for both low and high-volume lines. Manage internal and external equipment suppliers to design, install and commission production lines, ensuring successful integration on time
Work closely with the production team to ramp up the line, addressing any technical issues, and optimizing processes until the line runs at the desired rate
Plan and Execute DoEs to characterize boundary conditions and optimize process, establish critical process parameters and recipes for manufacturability and quality
Develop and manage PFMEA, DFMEA risk assessments to prioritize process improvement projects and ensure adequate metrology and controls are in place
Use tools like Minitab/JMP for data analysis and presentation of experimental data
Establish process controls for SPC and develop process related OCAPs
Lead product design for manufacturability (DFM), DFMEA and sustainability
Analysis of product design and identification of potential risks to the process
Run CAE/CFD simulations to theoretically understand /De-risk new process/Equipment design changes

Job Requirements

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
First Principles Thinking: A rigorous mindset focused on breaking down complex problems to their fundamental truths, enabling innovative solutions to manufacturing challenges
Experience: 8+ years in Manufacturing Process Engineering, Automation Engineering, preferably in automotive or high-volume component production.
Experience in Cell Assembly / Laser welding / metal forming /Dispensing / High Volume assembly production is preferred
Technical Skills: o Proficiency in GD&T, SPC, MSA, FMEA / PFMEA, Simulation, CAD, statistical process control JMP capability analysis (Cp / Cpk), and control plans
Knowledge of metrology systems (inline/offline)
In-depth knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
Experience with equipment buy-offs and process capability validation
Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects and drive supplier accountability
Exceptional technical writing and verbal skills to simplify complex issues

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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