Tesla is looking for a Senior Joining Engineer to join the Body in White (BIW) team, focusing on Welding Lines BL4. This role involves being the resistance joining specialist responsible for process health and continuous improvement of spot welding and projection nut welding systems. The engineer will work on maintaining and enhancing processes, tooling, and automated robotic systems while collaborating with various teams to resolve production constraints. The position requires a strong background in welding processes and a commitment to optimizing production performance.

• Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Automotive, Welding, Materials/Structural Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Experience in metallurgy and fusion welding preferred
• Experience in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) required
• 6+ years developing and improving high-volume manufacturing processes
• At least 2+ years hands-on in laser welding and/or MIG welding in automated/robotic environments
• Strong knowledge of laser process fundamentals and MIG process control
• Ability to initiate design and process changes using DfM, Poka-Yoke, and failure-mode elimination
• Strong understanding of BOM, MES, quality specifications, process capability (Cpk), and change management

• Serve as the subject matter expert for Resistance Spot Welding and Projection Nut Welding across BL4
• Own process performance for high-density spot weld content and projection nut welding
• Support related secondary equipment critical to weld quality and uptime
• Perform root cause analysis on complex resistance welding issues and drive robust countermeasures
• Lead production trials to optimize weld schedules and electrode management
• Analyze production processes to ensure safety while maximizing Overall Equipment Effectiveness
• Lead non-conforming material activities, including rework procedures and troubleshooting of weld-related line fallout

• 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.