Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Optimus

Job Description

Tesla is seeking a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer to work on battery manufacturing equipment for the Optimus robot, contributing to the development and launch process.

Requirements

• 5+ years of engineering or equivalent relevant experience
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Proficiency in geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T) and experimental design
• Experience developing and implementing manufacturing processes and equipment in high-volume production
• Experience deploying, qualifying and validating new processes in a highly automated production environment
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret production data and solve technical challenges using first principles

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-volume, automated manufacturing zone
• Function as zone lead for new automated manufacturing equipment
• Collaborate and manage internal and external equipment integrators
• Develop specifications and manage RFQ process for new manufacturing equipment
• Validate and optimize processes from prototype builds through production
• Troubleshoot process capability and stability
• Identify root causes of production bottlenecks and equipment malfunctions
• Use manufacturing data to inform decisions and track progress
• Create detailed documentation for equipment handover to operations team

Benefits

• Employees at Tesla are often offered day-one coverage with multiple medical options (some at $0 paycheck cost), dental/vision, company HSA contributions, a 401(k) match, and equity programs. Most roles also include paid time off and holidays, family-building support, employee assistance, commuter and childcare benefits, and access to discounts and wellness programs.