The Process Engineer at Tesla will focus on developing and optimizing manufacturing processes to enhance production efficiency and product quality. This role involves collaboration with various engineering teams to solve problems, implement continuous improvements, and sustain product performance while reducing costs.

• Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control and its application
• 4+ years in a high volume, highly automated manufacturing facility developing and improving processes
• Experience developing and improving Process with a track record of Overall Equipment Effectiveness improvement activities
• Strong problem solving skills and aptitude for learning systems quickly
• Experience in the use of a broad variety of test, control and data acquisition equipment and software
• Strong ability to work and communicate effectively with team and peers within a manufacturing and engineering organization
• Creative capacity for developing new ways to do things better, cheaper, faster
• Passion for making fantastic new products and using testing to achieve outstanding quality

• Develop expertise in manufacturing processes and understand process capabilities through critical data analysis
• Analyze and optimize production processes to ensure safety while maximizing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
• Champion continuous improvement projects to maximize yield, capacity, and capability
• Diagnose issues found during the part manufacturing process and drive corrective action back to source
• Develop robust and clear data collection, visualization, and analysis tools
• Perform supporting activities for engineering and manufacturing including 5S and Lean manufacturing activities
• Monitor and reduce process variation using techniques such as Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Create and maintain Manufacturing Instructions, routings, and associated processes
• Support 24 by 7 production operations

• 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.