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Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Material Flow

Tesla

Location

Austin, TX

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/29/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
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·FY 2025

Job description

The Manufacturing Engineer will join Tesla's Cell Manufacturing Engineering team to support the development of automated material handling systems. This role focuses on the design, commissioning, and ramping of Autonomous Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs). The ideal candidate will work cross-functionally to enhance process and equipment performance in a fast-paced environment. This position requires a hands-on approach to mechanical design and controls programming.

Requirements

  • Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related engineering discipline.
  • 8+ years of relevant experience in a high-volume manufacturing or automated material handling environment.
  • Hands-on mechanical design experience with AGV/AMR systems, including chassis design and payload interfaces.
  • Demonstrated experience designing and commissioning industrial conveyance systems.
  • Proficiency in controls programming for AGV/AMR and conveyance systems, including PLC programming and HMI development.
  • Experience with fleet management software for AGV/AMR systems.
  • Familiarity with large-scale conveyance expansion projects in a high-volume manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the mechanical design, development, commissioning, and ramp of AGVs and AMRs.
  • Own the end-to-end conveyance design and integration for large-scale manufacturing expansion projects.
  • Develop and validate mechanical designs for AGV/AMR platforms using 3D CAD tools.
  • Write, debug, and optimize controls programs for AGV/AMR systems and conveyance equipment.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert and equipment owner for AGV/AMR systems.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with various engineering and operations teams.
  • Provide hands-on support to maintenance teams during extended downtime situations.
  • Lead safety and ergonomic improvements to AGV/AMR and conveyance equipment.
  • Identify and manage critical spare parts for AGV/AMR and conveyance systems.
  • Participate in supplier and internal Factory Acceptance Tests and Site Acceptance Tests.

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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