As an Equipment Engineer at Tesla, you will be integral to the development and enhancement of equipment for advanced battery cell manufacturing. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a world-class manufacturing facility in a fast-paced environment. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize equipment and processes while ensuring safety and driving continuous improvements. Your efforts will directly impact the ramp-up of production capacity for innovative energy solutions.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of US-based hands-on work experience as a Mechanical / Manufacturing Engineer with a focus on automation or electromechanical systems
• Minimum 1–2 equipment design or equipment re-design projects with demonstrated ownership
• Minimum 1–2 OEE improvement projects with quantified results required
• Proven experience in ramping equipment into high-volume manufacturing, including automation, hydraulics, pneumatics, electromechanical systems, and motion controls
• Proficiency in CAD design tools such as SolidWorks (CATIA is a plus)

• Drive quantified OEE, Availability, MTTR, and MTBF improvements through structured continuous improvement projects in a high-volume manufacturing environment
• Apply first-principles mechanical engineering thinking to troubleshoot and solve complex, ambiguous equipment failures hands-on, at the machine level
• Own the full lifecycle of equipment design and re-design projects from concept and fabrication through installation, validation, and production ramp
• Design and modify automation, hydraulics, pneumatics, electromechanical systems, and motion controls
• Create SolidWorks or CATIA models and tooling drawings to support equipment changes
• Rapidly prototype equipment design improvements using 3D printing, shop fabrication, and iterative bench testing
• Apply poka-yoke and mistake-proofing principles to deliver robust, production-ready solutions at speed
• Develop preventive maintenance procedures, comprehensive spares lists, and detailed operating and repair instructions
• Train operators and technicians to ensure sustainable, self-sufficient production teams
• Lead initiatives to improve safety and ergonomics of production equipment, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices
• Integrate equipment with the plant-wide Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and leverage data to monitor performance and prioritize improvement opportunities

• 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.