Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Senior Quality Engineer - Incoming Quality

Quality EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeFremont, CA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Understanding of component function and structure for a Battery Module/Pack or Driver Unit.
A strong foundation in manufacturing and quality methodologies, including Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), 8D problem solving, Pareto Analysis, Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and measurement system analysis.
Interpersonal skills to build collaborative relationships across functional teams and confidence directing supplier activities at the management level.
A proactive, results-driven approach focused on process improvement, part quality, and operational excellence.
Curiosity, a hands-on approach, and willingness to learn new skills with a focus on quick implementation.
Practical experience with Quality Systems, PPAP/APQP processes, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), and inspection methods.
Technical communication abilities, particularly translating complex engineering concepts into clear, actionable information for diverse audiences.
Supplier sourcing or process audit experience.
Practical experience with data analysis and visualization using tools such as SQL, Tableau, or Python.

Responsibilities

Lead investigations of supplier quality issues, using knowledge of plastic injection molding, machining, casting, PCBA, wire harnesses, design specifications, and quality standards to quantify problems with data.
Drive containment actions and develop sorting and rework methodologies to ensure only parts meeting quality standards reach production lines, applying problem-solving to error-proof these processes.
Assess situations under pressure and provide the team with actionable next steps.
Prioritize tasks using hypothesis testing and Risk Priority Number (RPN) evaluation.
Break down complex tasks and lead implementation from the front lines.
Identify and champion kaizen initiatives that reduce part costs, enhance quality standards, or improve ergonomics in manufacturing processes.
Own and drive Supplier Quality KPIs, including SCAR containment metrics, sort closure rates, aging MRB tickets, and related performance indicators.
Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely sort initiations by managing PO releases, communicating Clean Shipment Dates, and conducting Verification of Effectiveness for SCARs.
Monitor emerging manufacturing and engineering trends that impact product quality.
Follow issues through to completion and support different production shifts or commodities as business needs require.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	Fremont, California
Requisition ID	261276
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<p>Optimus Quality Engineer, Incoming Quality serves as the critical frontline defense against quality issues in our supply chain. Rapidly identifying, containing, and resolving supplier quality concerns to protect manufacturing lines. This fast-paced role demands exceptional problem-solving abilities, decisive action, and effective communication with internal/external teams at all levels. For curious minds, this position offers unparalleled exposure to complex manufacturing systems, quality methodologies, and Tesla's innovative approach to problem-solving. You'll develop valuable technical and leadership skills while making direct, measurable impact on our production systems.</p><p>The mission: Safeguard Tesla's manufacturing operations by preventing supplier quality issues through proactive identification, containment, and permanent resolution - ultimately supporting our commitment to delivering high-quality products to our customers.</p>

Job Responsibilities

Lead comprehensive investigations of supplier quality issues, leveraging understanding of plastic injection molding, machining, casting, PCBA, wire harnesses, design specifications, and quality standards to quantify problems with data
Drive containment actions and develop sorting/rework methodologies that ensure only parts meeting quality standards reach production lines, applying creative problem-solving to error-proof these processes
Solve problems under pressure by thinking clearly to assess situations and provide the team with actionable next steps
Prioritize tasks effectively using hypothesis testing and Risk Priority Number (RPN) evaluation
Break down complex tasks into manageable steps and lead implementation from the frontlines
Identify and champion kaizen initiatives that reduce part costs, enhance quality standards, or improve ergonomics in manufacturing processes
Own and drive Supplier Quality KPIs including SCAR containment metrics, sort closure rates, aging MRB tickets, and related performance indicators
Coordinate effectively with suppliers to ensure timely sort initiations by managing PO releases, communicating Clean Shipment Dates, and conducting thorough Verification of Effectiveness for SCARs
Stay at the forefront of emerging manufacturing and engineering trends impacting product quality
Follow issues through to completion, with flexibility to support different production shifts or commodities as per business needs

Job Requirements

Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
Understanding of components function and structure for Battery Module/Pack or Driver Unit
Strong foundation in manufacturing and quality methodologies including OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), 8D problem solving, Pareto Analysis, Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and measurement system analysis
Exceptional interpersonal skills for building collaborative relationships across functional teams, with the confidence to direct supplier activities at the management level
Proactive, results-driven mindset with passion for improving processes, enhancing part quality, and driving operational excellence
Natural curiosity, a hand on approach and willingness to learn new skills with a focus on quick implementation
Practical experience with Quality Systems, PPAP/APQP processes, understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), and various inspection methods
Strong technical communication abilities, particularly in translating complex engineering concepts into clear, actionable information for diverse audiences
Supplier sourcing or process audit experience
Practical experience with data analysis and visualization using tools like SQL, Tableau, Python

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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