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Process Engineer, Production Control

Tesla

Location

Lathrop, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/21/2026

Compensation

$86,400 - $156,600 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202692.9% approval+1% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The Production Control Process Engineer at Tesla plays a vital role in enhancing manufacturing efficiency and process improvement. This position requires a proactive engineer who can analyze material flow and inventory systems while also presenting data-driven insights to leadership. The engineer will manage projects from inception to completion, collaborating with various teams to ensure optimal production processes. The focus is on driving measurable results that support Tesla's vehicle production goals.

Requirements

  • A degree in an Engineering discipline, Engineering management, or equivalent experience is required.
  • A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
  • Outstanding critical thinking and communication skills are essential.
  • High emotional intelligence, autonomy, and servant leadership are necessary traits.
  • A demonstrated track record of delivering measurable process improvements in a high-volume manufacturing setting is required.
  • Advanced-level MS Office skills, particularly in Excel and Visio, are needed.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze current Production Control workflows, material handling systems, and inventory processes to identify inefficiencies.
  • Develop and execute structured improvement projects using lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Conduct time and motion studies, value stream mapping, and process audits to track improvement progress.
  • Develop and manage Plan for Every Part (PFEP) documentation in collaboration with various teams.
  • Support the design and implementation of new production control processes for model launches and capacity expansions.
  • Build and maintain advanced analytical tools and dashboards to provide real-time visibility into Production Control performance.
  • Partner closely with Production, Operations, Quality, Finance, Supply Chain, and other teams to align process improvement initiatives.

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.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Tesla Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

644

FY2026

Approval rate

92.9%

FY2026

LCA certified

1,444

FY2026

Entry-level share

2.1%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+1%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-60%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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