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Quality Engineer, Body, Model Y

Tesla

Location

Fremont, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/21/2026

Compensation

$84,000 - $180,000 a year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
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Job description

The Quality Engineer will be part of Tesla's Fremont Quality Engineering organization, focusing on enhancing the production of high-quality electric vehicles. This role emphasizes continual improvement of processes and product quality, requiring a strong problem-solving mindset and a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams to address quality issues and implement effective solutions. This position also involves establishing quality metrics and standards to ensure products meet customer expectations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Quality systems experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive
  • Specific training and demonstrated success in applying quality problem-solving methods such as fishbone diagrams, FMEA, and SPC
  • Experience with a broad variety of measurement and inspection techniques
  • Excellent oral, written, and presentation communication skills
  • Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, 5% to 10%
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines

Responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional problem-solving teams to drive process and product improvements
  • Establish and maintain quality performance metrics
  • Develop and implement quality standards as part of the Tesla Quality System
  • Support the development of product specifications and tolerances, design and process FMEAs and DVAs
  • Establish and maintain control plans and inspection standards
  • Lead and facilitate review and disposition of discrepant materials
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow daily housekeeping and 5S standards
  • Promote and maintain a culture of continuous improvement within the Tesla team

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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