Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Manufacturing Equipment Engineer - Drive Unit

Manufacturing EngineeringUpdated on Nov 11

Full-timeSparks, NV, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent experience, is required.
Strong 2D and 3D computer-aided design skills are required.
Hands-on knowledge of robotics, such as Fanuc, vision systems, such as Keyence or Cognex, dispense systems, and conveyance systems is required.
Strong skills in designing jigs, fixtures, and tooling, with a focus on safety, design for manufacturing, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, are required.
Demonstrated experience with three-phase 480/208 VAC, single-phase 208/120 VAC, and 24 VDC systems is required.
Problem-solving ability using structured methods such as DMAIC, 8D, or 5 Whys is required.
Strong communication and teamwork skills are required.

Responsibilities

Support Factory Acceptance Testing that requires 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.
Use a first-principles 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 return-on-investment analyses and present engineering justification to capital expenditure stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications

Familiarity with automated guided vehicles, torque tools, dispense systems, fluid fill systems, and end-of-line testing is a plus.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	Sparks, Nevada
Requisition ID	286796
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<p>As a Manufacturing Equipment Engineer on Semi's Drive Unit Production Engineering team, you will sustain, optimize, and improve advanced automated manufacturing equipment. This role involves reducing downtime, maximizing efficiency, and enhancing safety and process standards. You'll become a subject matter expert on critical equipment, contributing to Tesla’s mission of building a sustainable future. </p>

Job Responsibilities

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

Job Requirements

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

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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