Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Staff Robotics Manufacturing Engineer - Optimus General Assembly, Production Launch

Manufacturing EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAustin, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
At least 3 years of experience launching complex electromechanical products into high-volume production.
A strong track record of owning factory production lines and meeting rate targets.
Experience working directly with production teams in high-volume manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with site work, construction equipment, steel structures, material storage and buffer systems, material-handling solutions, factory layout, and general factory material-flow solutions.
Deep knowledge and hands-on experience with manual and automated assembly processes.
Ability to travel up to 35% to Tesla factories and automation vendors.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute installation and site commissioning of automated assembly lines within demanding timelines and with efficient resource allocation.
Improve process capability, cycle time, and overall equipment effectiveness to meet line targets.
Drive cross-functional alignment on equipment safety in accordance with Tesla standards.
Optimize cycle time through line balancing and process improvements during ramp-up.
Analyze tradeoffs daily to deliver a reliable, high-uptime assembly line on schedule.
Manage equipment suppliers and integrators through installation and commissioning.
Collaborate with factory production teams to ramp output and resolve issues in real time.
Identify root causes of technical issues and drive corrective actions for long-term improvement.
Create process specifications, validation reports, and troubleshooting documentation.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	AUSTIN, Texas
Requisition ID	279203
Type	Full-time

Job Description

Tesla is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead the installation, commissioning, and ramp of high-volume Optimus assembly lines. In this role you will collaborate with factory, safety, maintenance, and production teams to launch assembly lines to achieve target rate and yield. If you have proven experience in launching new products at high volume under a demanding and fast-paced environment, join Tesla to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of AI robotics.

Job Responsibilities

Plan and execute the installation and site commissioning of automated assembly lines under demanding timelines with efficient resource allocation
Drive improvements in process capability, cycle time, OEE to meet line targets
Drive cross-functional alignment on equipment safety per Tesla standard
Optimize cycle time with line balancing and process improvements during ramp
Analyze tradeoffs daily to deliver a reliable, high-uptime assembly line on schedule
Manage equipment suppliers and integrators through installation and commissioning phases
Collaborate with factory production teams to ramp output and resolve issues in real time
Root-cause technical issues and drive corrective actions for long term improvement
Create process specifications, validation reports and troubleshooting documentation

Job Requirements

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
3+ years launching complex electro-mechanical products into high-volume production
Strong track record owning factory production lines and hitting rate targets
Experience working directly with production teams in high-volume manufacturing environments
Familiarity with site work, construction equipment, steel structures, material storage/buffer systems, material handling solutions, factory layout, and general factory material flow solutions
Deep knowledge and hands-on experience with manual and automated assembly processes
Strong project leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills
Travel up to 35% to Tesla factories and automation vendors

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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