Tesla is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to enhance and maintain manufacturing equipment for battery cell production. The role involves collaboration with process engineers and cross-functional teams to develop new parts and processes, ensuring smooth transitions from concept to full production.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of hands-on industry experience in mechanical engineering, equipment engineering, and/or manufacturing engineering
• Experience with battery cell manufacturing, roll to roll manufacturing equipment, automated mechanical assembly, or industrial chemical process equipment
• Experience of new equipment installations and new product startups
• Exposure to test and automation systems, production machinery, industrial sensors, and data acquisition devices
• Experience writing production documentation: SOPs, checklists, flow diagrams
• Experience integrating electrical hardware and software: PLC programming and EtherNET/IP communication
• Mechanical design experience and best practices with SolidWorks is a plus
• Strong problem-solving skills and an aptitude for learning systems quickly
• Strong written, verbal, presentation, and organizational skills

• Own and account for manufacturing equipment for one or more of cell manufacturing processes
• Lead equipment development to realize new/innovative/improved manufacturing processes from proof of concept through to full scale production
• Drive improvement of equipment effectiveness, manufacturing tolerance, stability, automation, and intelligence
• Conduct DFMEA and Fault Tree analysis to drive robustness into equipment
• Drive equipment acceptance tests and document detailed and verified specifications
• Manage external equipment integrators from equipment development through buyoff
• Create detailed manufacturing instructions to document new processes

• 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.