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Process Engineer, Powertrain Manufacturing

Tesla

Location

Lathrop, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/26/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
Approval 99.3%·Filings 1,102·New hires 320·
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·FY 2025

Job description

The process engineer will perform process sustaining for manufacturing lines, focusing on mechanical, chemical, and electrical processes. Responsibilities include managing non-conformance materials, improving yield, and qualifying new equipment while supporting engineering and manufacturing activities in a collaborative environment.

Requirements

  • Degree in Chemical, Materials, Electrical, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Ability to manage 1-3 technicians from multiple disciplines/levels
  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment
  • Experience in electronic/mechanical assembly desired
  • Detail oriented with strong record-keeping and organizational skills
  • Skilled with common workplace software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Access, JUMP, etc.)
  • Knowledge of process development, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Design of Experiments (DOE), & FMEA fundamentals are required
  • Intelligent risk taking, integrated thinking, strong leadership, strong problem solving, and technical communication skills a MUST

Responsibilities

  • Own equipment, process and material flow layouts
  • Establish real time SPC for all critical process parameters and drive Cpk >1.33
  • Responsible for yield improvement of the production line
  • Ensure all non-conforming material produced by manufacturing lines are dispositioned real time
  • Develop and maintain up-to-date process qualification documentation to ensure the process baseline is available to production
  • Work with Equipment Engineering and Manufacturing to ensure manufacturing instructions and standard works are always accurate and representative of the actual processes on the floor
  • Manage 1-3 process technicians to support Day-to-day coverage of production line process, including rapid response on out-of-control processes to minimize cost and maximize productivity
  • Support Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives
  • Assist in the training of technicians and production associates as needed

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.

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