Battery Cells are the common denominator for every Tesla product. Our product requirements demand ground-up cell architectures with state-of-the-art performance manufactured at volumes that are orders of magnitude higher than the products they power. Our environment is fast-paced and incredibly exciting. Tesla moves quickly so being passionate and self-motivated to push your limits is critical. Our team works alongside engineering groups across various disciplines requiring strong communication skills and a team-first mentality. You will work alongside seasoned industry experts high aptitude recent graduates and people from every stage in between. We are seeking a highly motivated Quality Engineer to help drive improvements to manufacturing processes and develop our understanding of cell product performance. This MQE will partner with Design Manufacturing Test and Production Engineering to develop validation plans create defect samples run trials and DOEs and provide actionable data-driven paths to improve our programs. The role involves managing the full life cycle of trials from a quality perspective including hands-on shopfloor work with production tools data analysis & reporting and change management. You will be expected to work cross-functionally and support the identification and prioritization of potential product and process failures and help drive both corrective and preventative actions. This person is seasoned in manufacturing quality for high reliability applications such as Li-ion cells medical or a similar field with several years experience.
Own discrete quality improvement projects and new cell programs from concept design validation ramp and production handover" in dynamic manufacturing environments
Support quality validations during new cell launches with the goal of implementing quality improvements and exceeding build quality targets
Provide support during cross-functional review and roll-out of PFMEAs and create Control Plans for new cell or new equipment launches
Develop or setup new in-process inspections techniques including new measurement equipment Validations and Gage R&Rs
Support definition of quality and process requirements as a part of Teslas global operating standards
Partner with Design and Manufacturing Engineering counterparts to translate design requirements into functional quality controls that can withstand the demands of high-volume production
Support quality root cause investigations and resolutions as they relate to factory-controllable issues
Analyze manufacturing processes and product specifications to determine best practices that meet or exceed Teslas quality standards
Support the overall team in building and implementing appropriate quality audit standards and procedures
5 years hands-on experience in High Volume Manufacturing Quality
Degree in a technical discipline and evidence of exceptional experience - Mechanical Manufacturing Chemical Engineering or equivalent preferred with statistical data analysis experience
Experience working with lithium-ion cells or high reliability products like medical or aerospace is preferred
Proficient in using Quality tools such as 8D DMAIC 5-Why Fishbone Ishikawa Diagram Measurement System Analysis Process Capability Analysis DoE etc.
Experience with validation plansprotocols - IQOQPQ APQP and Control plans
Proven application of sampling plans and statistical analysis - AQL Process Capability SPC etc.
Strong knowledge of inspection techniques for geometric mechanical chemical characteristics
Excellent verbal written and presentation communication skills and strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across levels and functions
Must possess a bias for action with the ability to remain engaged proactive and positive in challenging circumstances owning assignments and taking full accountability for overall success
Detail oriented with the ability to effectively handle multiple priorities
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
401k 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