Tesla's Energy Manufacturing Engineering team is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to build and develop "The machine that builds the machine"- crafting revolutionary tools and processes that unlock sustainable abundance. You ll collaborate with dynamic cross-functional teams (Design, Quality, Production, etc.) across the entire product lifecycle, from bold initial concepts and prototype breakthroughs to seamless full-scale production. Together, we ll develop high-quality, efficient manufacturing equipment and processes to produce advanced battery modules for Tesla s power electronics, supporting advancements that expand access to abundant clean energy, evolve industries, and promote a sustainable future. This role involves domestic and international travel as needed for projects.
- Develop manufacturing equipment and fixtures to support early-stage prototype builds and medium to high-volume production, collaborating with equipment integrators on design and manufacturing
- Determine and procure necessary equipment for all manufacturing processes, while managing suppliers through specification, design, buyoff, and installation
- Characterize and validate new equipment and fixtures for introduction to the production floor
- Develop new manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and scalability
- Determine layout of production workstations, optimizing for product flow, ergonomics, and overall efficiency
- Perform process analysis, including DOE, PFMEA, line balancing, capacity modeling/simulation, and DFM input to the design team for process and yield improvements
- Create detailed manufacturing instructions to train technicians and line operators on new processes and equipment
- 3+ years' experience developing mechanical and/or electromechanical systems in a high-volume manufacturing environment
- Hands-on proficiency with 2D CAD tools for conceptual line design (AutoCAD) and 3D modeling for mechanical equipment, fixturing, and tooling (SolidWorks or CATIA)
- Familiarity with conveyance systems, transducer-based fastening (Atlas Copco preferred), robotics (Fanuc or Kuka preferred), adhesive dispensing, laser welding, or automated functional testing
- Demonstrated ability to create technical specifications for automated manufacturing equipment
- Experience in providing Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Automation (DFA) input
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience and evidence of exceptional ability
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