Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Manufacturing Engineer - Powertrain Manufacturing Development

Manufacturing EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timePalo Alto, CA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Experience in mechanical design of machinery and manufacturing engineering or similar role
Experience designing and prototyping automation tooling for proof of concept or low volume pilot manufacturing lines
Experience with manufacturing processes including fastening, press joining, laser welding, ultrasonic welding, dispense, leak testing, machine vision, and part feeding
Proficiency using 2D & 3D CAD to generate engineering drawings, manufacturing layouts (e.g., Solidworks, Catia, AutoCAD)
Experience working with automation systems, robotics, PLCs, and data collection systems
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

Develop manufacturing processes for existing and new products
Design automated and semi-automated tooling to support process validation and prototype builds through all phases of the product cycle
Provide Design for Manufacturing feedback to Product Design Engineering
Manage the procurement, construction, and deployment of automated production equipment
Manage suppliers during specification, design, buyoff, and installation of manufacturing equipment
Ramp high volume manufacturing equipment to meet acceptable performance before handoff to operations
Identify and drive continuous improvement and cost reduction programs
Generate and maintain machine documentation
Ability to travel 10% of the time, both domestically and internationally

Category	Manufacturing
Location	Palo Alto, California
Requisition ID	265731
Type	Full-time

Job Description

Tesla is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead the development of innovative manufacturing equipment and processes for our high voltage distribution and drive unit assemblies. In this role, you will design and prototype automation equipment to support process validation and pre-production builds while providing essential Design for Manufacturing feedback. As you guide new products from concept to production, your efforts will drive high volume equipment process and design. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate closely with Product Design, Operations, Facilities, Production, and Quality Engineering teams to create products that set industry standards for performance, efficiency, reliability, and production volume, all while solving industry-first challenges.

Job Responsibilities

Develop manufacturing processes for existing and new products
Design automated and semi-automated tooling to support process validation and prototype builds through all phases of the product cycle
Provide Design for Manufacturing feedback to Product Design Engineering
Manage the procurement, construction, and deployment of automated production equipment
Manage suppliers during specification, design, buyoff, and installation of manufacturing equipment
Ramp high volume manufacturing equipment to meet acceptable performance before handoff to operations
Identify and drive continuous improvement and cost reduction programs
Generate and maintain machine documentation
Ability to travel 10% of the time, both domestically and internationally

Job Requirements

Experience in mechanical design of machinery and manufacturing engineering or similar role
Experience designing and prototyping automation tooling for proof of concept or low volume pilot manufacturing lines
Experience with manufacturing processes including fastening, press joining, laser welding, ultrasonic welding, dispense, leak testing, machine vision, and part feeding
Proficiency using 2D & 3D CAD to generate engineering drawings, manufacturing layouts (e.g., Solidworks, Catia, AutoCAD)
Experience working with automation systems, robotics, PLCs, and data collection systems
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience

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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