Mechanical Design Engineer, Cell Electrode

We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to tackle design and manufacturing on a challenging new mass production line geared towards next generation cell manufacturing. You will be working alongside engineers to develop an advanced new product and be among the first individuals to work on cutting edge equipment design within Tesla. This fast-paced team is the perfect environment if you are interested in developing multiple skills and having an immediate impact on the future of electric vehicles. You will be a problem solver and an idea contributor. You will bring a get-it-done attitude while successfully developing new skills to add to your inventory and grow your career.

• Lead design of specific sub-assemblies on next gen calendaring, lamination, and slitting equipment with focus on design robustness, precision, and serviceability
• Closely collaborate with external equipment integrators on custom automation equipment focusing on optimizing the design, layout, and function of the equipment
• Lead design reviews at different design phases to develop specifications and accelerated test plans to validate the product for its determined lifetime
• Develop assembly procedures, design fixtures, and design equipment for testing and calibration
• Design creative mechanisms for precision motion on large high throughput equipment
• Perform load calculations to determine sizing of actuators, transmissions, and bearing elements
• Apply analytical methods including calculations and simulations for the design and optimization of structures and mechanical components
• Fabricate prototypes, iterate rapidly, and advance your concepts through to volume production
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers, EHS, electrical, maintenance, and tool install teams to discuss assembly, commissioning, and service, and incorporate relevant improvements in design
• Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM), perform tolerance analysis to determine system impacts of assembly fits and backlash, and develop specifications for custom automation equipment
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of experience designing high-volume automated manufacturing equipment
• Experience in high volume manufacturing involving roll to roll / calendaring / battery manufacturing is highly desired
• Experience developing manufacturing processes for new and unique products
• Experience transitioning products from prototype to mass production
• Proficiency in developing automated manufacturing equipment, fixturing, and tooling in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred, Catia is also a plus)
• Experience generating unique designs through innovation and creativity to solve engineering challenges
• Significant experience in leading design reviews from ideation to production
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally (~5%)

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