Equipment Engineer, Injection Molding, Plastics

Tesla's Plastics Manufacturing Engineering team is at the forefront of building cutting edge assembly lines and automation cells. This team is building the next generation assembly lines which allows our operations team to produce amazing vehicles at best in class quality and rate; in a safe and ergonomic environment.

The Manufacturing Engineering Team is seeking a Manufacturing Equipment Engineer to focus on supporting the scaling of our operations and product range. This includes equipment specification and commission, as well as establishment and optimization of process parameters. The candidate will work closely with internal cross-functional teams, external vendors and technology partners on process development from concept prototype phase to production introduction.

• Design of manufacturing equipment; injection molding machine, robot End-of-Arm-Tooling, conveyance, lift assists, jig, fixtures, trolleys, etc.

• Develop equipment specifications and requirements based on product constraints

• Develop RFQs

• Provide DFM, 3D design solutions and guidance

• Conduct equipment design reviews and provide design guidance to vendors

• Manage equipment suppliers through all phases of projects

• Coordinate with other process, mechanical, electrical and support disciplines including project managers, manufacturing reps, and other stakeholders

• Interface with external Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) firms during bid and project execution phases to ensure designs and specifications meet Tesla Engineering Standards

• Participate in on-field construction and commissioning activities by serving as the point of contact for technical questions and real-time issue resolution

• Draft qualification protocols, manage equipment qualification activities, and provide equipment validation documentation

• Degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience

• Minimum 5 years related experience in a technology based industry with automated assembly techniques and Industrial Engineering experience working in high-volume assembly processes

• Experience designing automated manufacturing equipment and introducing new equipment and new processes into a production environment

• Proficiency designing mechanical equipment, fixtures and tooling in CAD (Solidworks, Catia is a plus), understanding of GD&T, and proficiency in AutoCAD 2D layout design

• Proficiency creating detailed drawings from solid models for various fabrication techniques (CNC/manual machining, welding, sheet metal forming) and mechanical assembly (press fits, fastener selection)

• Knowledge of automated equipment systems and tools - robotic, vision, material handling, Conveyors, PLC, HMI, etc.

• Travel required - 10%

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation

$84,000 - $216,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.