The Manufacturing Equipment Engineer will work within the CNC Engineering team to operate, sustain, and improve advanced CNC machining equipment and processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong willingness to learn and collaborate with engineers, technicians, and production associates, while managing various aspects of the machining process.

• Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 1+ year of experience in production machining
• Strong understanding of machining processes and CNC machines
• Understand and Use G-Code
• GD&T and Print reading experience
• 3D CAD (SolidWorks, CATIA) and CAD/CAM experience preferred
• Hands-on work will be required

• Manage the machining process design for existing and new products
• Identify and implement cost reduction and process improvement projects (cycle time, downtime, etc.)
• Participate / Lead root cause investigations into machining defects and downstream production scrap
• Manage the inventory of cutting tools, consumables and fixture components for the machining process
• Create work instructions for the machining process and equipment and train engineering technicians and production associates
• Work with Equipment Engineering and vendors on fixture and equipment corrections
• Participate in feasibility studies for new machining projects
• Work with suppliers to specify, design and manage capital equipment, machining fixtures and cutting tools for new projects
• Participate in the creation of Advanced Quality Planning Documentation
• Assist other departments in business objectives as required

• 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.