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Process Engineering Manager, Optimus

Tesla

Location

Fremont, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/26/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
Approval 99.3%·Filings 1,102·New hires 320·
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·FY 2025

Job description

Tesla is seeking a motivated individual to lead the Process Engineering team for the Optimus manufacturing group in Fremont, CA. The role involves building a capable team to enhance process yield and monitoring throughout the product lifecycle of Tesla's Optimus bot, from beta builds to launch and sustaining operations.

Requirements

  • Degree in Industrial, Equipment, or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
  • 7+ years of relevant experience in assembly, manufacturing, or maintenance environment
  • At least 2 years in a people management role
  • Proven first principles driven problem-solving skills
  • Strong analytical capability and familiarity with analytical and statistical software systems
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Enthusiastic, innovative, and able to work independently

Responsibilities

  • Mentor and develop a strong team through recruitment, onboarding, training, and coaching
  • Proactively plan for labor needs ahead of critical new manufacturing lines
  • Standardize strategies and best practices to accelerate readiness for new products
  • Oversee a team responsible for robust process control plans
  • Manage line managers and technicians for operational activities
  • Work cross-functionally to improve quality and cost

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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