Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Process Engineer - Body in White, Megapack

Manufacturing EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBrookshire, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in welding technologies.
Ability to read and interpret engineering prints and computer-aided design (CAD) files, with experience validating tooling, fixturing, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) requirements.
Experience in Design for Manufacturability, Poka-Yoke, and reducing risk through design, with the ability to recommend improvements to process robustness.
Background in automated systems including tooling, fixturing, sealing, and welding, and experience supporting troubleshooting and engineering activities during new product introduction.
Demonstrated success developing and improving tooling and welding processes, with a track record of improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness and reducing yield loss.
Understanding of Bill of Materials, Manufacturing Execution Systems, Specification Management, and Change Point Management.
Problem-solving proficiency in DMAIC, 5 Whys, Ishikawa, and 8D, and ability to apply Statistical Process Control.
Written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate across engineering, production, and maintenance teams.

Responsibilities

Develop expertise in fixturing and welding manufacturing processes through data analysis and product understanding, and optimize line layouts, material flow, waste reduction, and ergonomics using Lean Manufacturing principles.
Lead root cause analysis of complex system failures, identify and mitigate failure modes, and prevent recurrence across production.
Analyze and optimize production processes for safety and Overall Equipment Effectiveness, and drive continuous improvement to improve quality and operational performance.
Lead continuous improvement projects for safety, quality, output, and cost; establish and monitor Statistical Process Control for key process parameters; analyze data; and implement Engineering Change Orders.
Own non-conforming material activities, including documentation, troubleshooting, and failure analysis; develop and validate rework procedures; and create troubleshooting guides for offline failure resolution.
Diagnose part manufacturing process issues and drive corrective actions to their source using structured problem-solving techniques to identify root causes and eliminate systemic risks.
Support manufacturing and engineering activities, including 5S, material handling improvements, production line configuration, and safety compliance.
Monitor and reduce process variation using Statistical Process Control and Measurement Systems Analysis; audit manufacturing processes for compliance with product specifications and standards; and contribute to Failure Mode and Effects Analyses and Control Plans.
Create and maintain manufacturing instructions, routings, and process documentation; train sustaining technicians and production operators; and manage daily activities of process sustaining teams to ensure line coverage and consistency.
Support 24/7 production operations, respond quickly to issues, and ensure rapid recovery with minimal disruption.

Desired Qualifications

Automotive manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, or Body in White experience.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	Brookshire, Texas
Requisition ID	266092
Type	Full-time

Job Description

The BIW Production Engineer drives process sustainment and continuous improvement on Tesla’s BIW structure line, building the foundation for commercial-scale energy storage products. The candidate will apply lean manufacturing principles to monitor yield, fallout, and critical process parameters, delivering measurable improvements in quality, safety, and efficiency. This role requires close collaboration with manufacturing engineering, new product introduction, quality engineering, equipment engineering, and production teams. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential. In this role you will lead root cause analysis of test failures and non-conformances, develop rework procedures, and ensure every issue is resolved at the source. <p><br></p>

Job Responsibilities

Develop deep expertise in fixturing and welding manufacturing processes through data analysis and product understanding. Use this insight to optimize line layouts, material flow, waste reduction, and ergonomics using Lean Manufacturing principles
Lead root cause analysis of complex system failures using a systems approach. Identify and mitigate failure modes to prevent recurrence across production
Analyze and optimize production processes to ensure safety while maximizing Overall Equipment Effectiveness. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to achieve world-class quality and operational performance
Lead continuous improvement projects to enhance critical KPIs including safety, quality, output, and cost. Establish and monitor SPC for key process parameters, then analyze data and implement Engineering Change Orders
Own NCM (non-conforming material) activities, including documentation, troubleshooting, and failure analysis. Develop and validate rework procedures and create troubleshooting guides for offline failure resolution
Diagnose issues in the part manufacturing process and drive corrective actions back to the source. Use structured problem-solving techniques such as DMAIC, 5W, Ishikawa, and 8D to identify root causes and eliminate systemic risks
Support manufacturing and engineering activities including 5S, material handling improvements, production line configuration, and safety compliance
Monitor and reduce process variation using Statistical Process Control and Measurement Systems Analysis. Audit manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with product specifications and standards. Contribute to the development and maintenance of FMEAs and Control Plans
Create and maintain manufacturing instructions, routings, and process documentation. Train sustaining technicians and production operators. Manage daily activities of process sustaining teams to ensure line coverage and consistency
Support 24 by 7 production operations, responding quickly to issues and ensuring rapid recovery with minimal disruption

Job Requirements

Degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience in welding technologies
Proven ability to read and interpret engineering prints and CAD files. Experience validating tooling, fixturing, and GD&T requirements
Experience in Design for Manufacturability, Poke Yoke, and risk reduction through design. Ability to provide actionable recommendations to improve process robustness
Background in automated systems including tooling, fixturing, sealing, and welding. Experience supporting troubleshooting and engineering activities during new product introduction
Comfortable working with ambiguity and eager to dive deep into unfamiliar systems or challenges. Self-driven and curious with a strong learning mindset
Demonstrated success in developing and improving tooling and welding processes. Track record of improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness and reducing yield loss
Solid understanding of Bill of Materials, Manufacturing Execution Systems, Specification Management, and Change Point Management
Strong problem-solving skills with proficiency in structured methodologies such as DMAIC, 5W, Ishikawa, and 8D. Ability to break down complex issues into actionable steps and apply Statistical Process Control effectively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, production, and maintenance teams
Automotive ME, IE, or BIW experience is preferred

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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