Manufacturing Engineer, Vehicle Assembly

The Vehicle Manufacturing Engineering -Assembly team specializes in overseeing and managing the introduction of new products or processes into the manufacturing environment. The ME role requires a strong project management skills, understanding of manufacturing processes, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments are crucial. The position plays a critical role in ensuring new product are introduced efficiently, and within budget, while maintaining high standards of quality and performance.

• Interface with Engineering stakeholders to review product designs for manufacturing feasibility in vehicle assembly
• Conduct detailed assessments and critical Design for Manufacture (DFM) reviews of product, process, and tooling designs
• Apply knowledge of datum and dimensional control strategies
• Work with External vendors to execute a new manufacturing line from installation to commissioning or modify the existing manufacturing line
• Develop process documentation, including PFMEAs and Quality Control Plans
• Develop 2D layout based on manufacturing process and throughput requirment
• Develop 3D Tooling CAD for fixturing and handling products
• Provide GA (Geometric Assessment) impact/cost analysis for design changes or alternative directions
• Assess in-house manufacturing capabilities and implement new processes/equipment to expand capabilities where justified
• Leverage Lean Manufacturing principles (e.g., 5S, Kaizen) to reduce costs and enhance quality/throughput
• Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Ability to independently manage concepts and documentation from prototyping (R&D) through sustaining
• Ability to manage competing priorities and changing assignments while owning delivery in challenging situations
• Strong influencing skills to drive initiatives in complex environments
• Analytical ability to synthesize information and simplify complex ideas
• Experience proposing and implementing process or technology improvements
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Experience in machining and assembling components
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and 3D modeling software (CATIA/3DEXPERIENCE or SOLIDWORKS and AutoCAD)
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to support equipment supplier visits, trials and buyoffs

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
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)