Tesla is seeking a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer to enhance structural joining, bonding, and forming processes for battery products. This position is part of a specialized team focused on addressing key challenges in battery cost and performance. The role involves both domestic and international travel and requires working in a fast-paced environment with motivated colleagues. This is an opportunity to drive technological advancements in battery development.

• 6+ years of engineering or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in the data-driven development and implementation of high-volume structural joining and sealing methods.
• Proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and experimental design.
• Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.

• Evaluate candidate structural manufacturing process strategies for new high voltage battery products.
• Provide joining Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Reliability (DFR) input to product designers.
• Guide cross-functional down-selection of optimal applied process strategy, tech, and product interface definitions.
• Conduct rigorous process and equipment development to achieve capability, performance, and quality targets.
• Perform process validation and optimization from initial prototype builds through release to full-scale production.
• Drive proof-of-concept to green light new and novel methods, technologies, and suppliers.
• Evolve the structural manufacturing knowledge base through experiments, standards, and benchmarking.

• 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.