Tesla is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Staff Manufacturing Engineer specializing in machining to lead the design installation and ramp-up of advanced automated machining lines.
In this role, youll inform product design by specifying what needs to be machined, how it should be done to ensure manufacturability, and how to meet performance requirements using the minimal number of processes. Youll also lead the factory layout of these machining lines to maximize efficiency and scalability.
Additionally, in this role, you will be required to hire the team to execute based on the scope of work identified. You will also oversee the fabrication, installation, integration, commissioning, and ramp-up of the lines until handover to the Sustaining Production Operations team. This includes on-site coordination with suppliers, equipment bring-up, and demonstrating expected performance metrics along with providing comprehensive supporting documentation such as work instructions and maintenance procedures.
Post-handover, youll shift focus to developing the next line, often managing multiple lines at various development stages simultaneously. Strong multitasking, time management, and prioritization skills are essential to handle these dynamic responsibilities effectively. Partner closely with product design engineers and materials engineers to translate conceptual designs into manufacturable machining processes. Provide input on design for manufacturability (DFM) and tolerances to ensure designs are optimized for factory scalability and cost-effectiveness.
Design the most efficient factory layout for machining operations, optimizing material flow, providing inputs to factory teams, and collaborating closely to ensure space readiness on schedule. Prepare RFQs, down-select suppliers, and work with GSM teams to source equipment that meets timelines.
Install commission, integrate, and troubleshoot new equipment and support setup for manufacturing, including machines, peripheral equipment, tools, and automation systems. Manage external equipment integrators from development through buyoff. Validate and characterize new equipment and fixtures for production implementation.
Design production workstations for optimal ergonomics and efficiency and set up workflows for each machined part, including quality checks. Create detailed manufacturing instructions to document new processes and develop a master list of spares, maintenance items, and tools required to operate the facility.
Author and document all processes and steps to facilitate asset handover, including proving line OEE and ensuring critical spares are stocked. Build and lead a machining group to execute the lines.
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Benefits:
Along with competitive pay as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: