Tesla is seeking a highly-motivated Manufacturing Engineer with expertise in powder handling applications to join their Cell Manufacturing Engineering team. The role involves designing, developing, and commissioning high-speed automated equipment while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing processes for battery cell production.

• Degree or Equivalent Experience in Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or another engineering discipline, with more than 8 years of relevant experience in a high volume manufacturing environment
• Experience in equipment using powder handling and processing systems – feeders, gain/loss in weight hoppers, mixers, material conveyance
• Demonstrated experience solving complex electromechanical and software system issues with limited documentation
• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals and ability to apply them towards manufacturing process development
• Structured thinking and problem solving abilities, proven through root cause analysis following a data driven approach
• 3D CAD design experience in production equipment, creating/validating layouts, tooling drawings, pneumatic and electrical schematics
• Availability for travel domestic/international as required; knowledge and understanding of Battery Cell technology a plus

• Drive design, development, commissioning, and ramp of manufacturing equipment including complex powder handling and processing systems
• Work collaboratively as the equipment expert to ensure production lines run in a safe, efficient manner producing high quality parts
• Become owner / subject matter expert to drive equipment-related process improvement including detailed troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Drive manufacturing ramp by characterizing baseline and improving performance of equipment with powder handling and processing systems
• Troubleshoot and recover processes using PLC, HMI, or tool management software, and implement changes/improvements
• Build training material, maintenance routines, and related documentation for equipment life cycle management
• Lead safety and ergonomic improvements to production equipment which meets or exceeds regulations or best practices
• Identify equipment critical spare parts and ensure sufficient coverage to prevent extended downtime situations
• Develop equipment specifications, process flow and P&ID diagrams
• Provide direction and mentorship to third party machine/automation suppliers and/or Tesla internal machine building team
• Develop and manage FMEA / risk assessments to prioritize process and equipment improvement projects

• 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.