Manufacturing Engineer Job at Tesla, Austin, TX

cUp4Ylh4MVRkRFBidnU5a1hEYW1KQT09

Job Description

What to Expect
Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineering Manager to create, develop, and take on responsibility for state-of-the-art manufacturing processes in one of the most complex and challenging manufacturing environments – Tesla’s Texas and Nevada Gigafactories!
The Tesla Battery Cell Manufacturing Engineering Team is not for the faint of heart, after all, changing the world isn’t easy. It is, however, an opportunity to work alongside some of the industry’s top experts on some of the most stimulating challenges of the 21st Century. In addition to developing manufacturing processes, this specific role is responsible for leading cross-functional teams throughout the manufacturing line lifecycle.
This specific role is responsible for leading cross-functional teams throughout Tesla’s battery cell electrode group. This newest member of Manufacturing Engineering will be in lockstep with our Design for Manufacturability team, Product Excellence (Quality), Production Engineering, Production, and New Product Introduction (NPI) to take new manufacturing designs and manufacturing process from initial concept, through prototype development, and into full production. As such, we expect this person to take pride in their hands-on work, analytical ability, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
Important Note: This person will initially join Tesla at our Gigafactory Austin location in Texas, but will transition to our Gigafactory Nevada location in mid 2024 to support our cell production growth there. Candidate must be open to this location transition.
What You’ll Do
Leadership:
  • Clearly define expectations for the engineering team which improve overall MFG solutions
  • Drive line development activities from inceptions through closure using the engineering resources on their team
  • Focus on cost of manufacturing reductions in CapEx, BOM, and cost of manufacturing
  • Innovate processes and procedures to improve Gigafactory Texas operations
  • Focus on growth and development of the engineering team
  • Collaborate with production engineering and controls teams to install and troubleshoot new equipment
  • Use software generated solutions to track activities (engineering and personnel)
  • Maintain detailed component level process documentation, findings, and process manufacturing line development
  • Prepare and present funding approval requests to executive team

Launch:

  • Co-Develop DFMEA and PFMEA Documentation
  • Coordinate site readiness activities with Tesla Factory Design and Construction teams
  • Lead power-on and commissioning activities of new production lines worldwide
  • Manage installation coordination and schedule of new production systems
  • Execute Production Automation Equipment Validation Testing
  • Ramp production lines to achieve aggressive launch schedules
  • Train receiving teams on new production systems
  • Prepare handover documentation for receiving teams
  • Present production line updates on a regular basis to Tesla Executives
What You’ll Bring
  • B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering or similar
  • 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience with accompanying 3+ years of engineering leadership experience. Senior roles available for more experienced candidates.
  • Proficiency in mechanical assembly (tolerance analysis, adhesive bonding, mechanical pressing)
  • Proven problem solver - demonstrated experience of data driven root cause analysis, statistical software (JMP) a plus
  • Track record of success in establishing highly automated manufacturing lines complete with, motion control, PLC programming, and HMI design
  • Experience introducing new equipment and new processes into a production environment
  • Poise and composure working under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
  • Knowledgeable about production quality metrics
  • Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
  • Exemplary analytical ability, organization skills, and attention to detail

Similar Jobs

Mister Car Wash

Customer Service Advisor, IC Job at Mister Car Wash

Working at Mister Car Wash is all about opportunityto be part of a team, achieve your goals, and have fun in a fast-paced environment. And with new stores in development, Mister has room for every

  • Melbourne, FL 32940
  • Full Time
  • 27 days ago

Atlantic Group

Senior Accountant Job at Atlantic Group

*Looking for a Senior Acountant to join a growing Technology Firm*Responsibilities Play a significant role in the month-end financial statement close process for all locations, including

  • Boston, MA 02109
  • Full Time
  • 21 days ago

Chili's - Norfolk naval Station

Restaurant Manager Job at Chili's - Norfolk naval Station

WE ARE SEEKING FULL SERVICE MANAGERS WITH AT LEASE 2 YEARS SALARY EXEMPT MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE AT A NATIONAL BRAND HIGH VOLUME CONCEPT SUCH AS BJ'S BREWHOUSE,

  • Norfolk, VA 23511
  • Full Time
  • $58,000 - $65,000 a year
  • 30+ days ago

MOD- Merchandisers on Demand

FIELD AUDITOR/ RETAIL MERCHANDISER - $35 Job at MOD- Merchandisers on Demand

FIELD AUDITORS MUST HAVE PRIOR MERCHANDISING/RESET EXPERIENCE*LOCATION: MEMPHIS, TN YOU MUST HAVE YOUR OWN RELIABLE VEHICLE/ TRANSPORTATION TO & FROM THE JOB (Uber & Bus services do not

  • Memphis, TN
  • Full Time
  • 25 days ago

Foster Farms

Director of Construction Engineering Job at Foster Farms

Company Description Foster Farms has been serving families since 1939. Since the founding days, Foster Farms has always been committed to providing consumers with the highest-quality,

  • Delhi, CA 95315
  • Full Time
  • $178,000 - $209,000 a year
  • 11 days ago
Apply Now
Job Summary
  • Location
    Austin, TX
  • Job Type
    Full Time
  • Date Posted
    2023-05-12
  • Expiration date
    2025-10-14