| Location | Fremont, CA |
Were seeking elite engineers to develop advancedmanufacturing processes for next-generation battery cells - the beating heart of every Tesla product. These cells will help make clean energy more affordable and widespread supporting our mission to speed up the shift to sustainable energy and abundance.
In this role youll design processes from the start. You collaborate with teams from design build & test equipment and quality-to create fixtures run experiments measure analyze iterate and validate. Youll turn parts into finished cell products that power real change.
Expect a fast-paced environment with real challenges and tight deadlines where your ideas matter and success depends on strong firstprinciples problem-solving and teamwork. Our team values clear communication understanding others views hands-on approach and continuous learning. Youll work alongside experts new talent and leaders from across Tesla growing your capabilities every day while staying focused on our shared goals.
Design and develop cutting-edge manufacturing processes starting at lab-scale to ultimately enable high-volume production of cell products with improved quality reduced costs and increased efficiency
Hands-on engagement with manufacturing test equipment and automation development
Apply a range of manufacturing techniques including 3D printing machining fastening and welding and quality inspection methods such as vision inspection leak testing and electrical testing tosupport process development
Design and run experiments to identify key process parameters optimize processes to improve process capability quality and yield decrease cycle time
Use software tools to develop predictive insights into tool and process performance tounlock manufacturing performance and improve safety while reducing cost
Define release and maintain technical documentation including process specifications manufacturing instructions and PFMEA
Occasional travel to Tesla factories satellite team sites and suppliers domestic international as needed
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering Engineering Physics or equivalent experience
3 years of experience as a Process Engineer process development process capability troubleshooting testing & validation data acquisition & analysis
Robust fundamentals in solid mechanics and heat transfer demonstrated application to solve thorny problems
Familiarity with high-volume manufacturing processes such as stamping deep drawing plastic injection molding heat treatment and metal welding
Proficiency with hands-on fabrication skills
Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling CATIA V5V6 experience is a plus
Foundational knowledge in GD&T proficiency is a plus
Great communication skills interpersonal & technical willingness to lead discussions with internal & external groups a team-first attitude
Resilience & independent learning- ability to hit deadlines under pressure and manage shifting requirements multiple simultaneous 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
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