teslaAustin, TX
Manufacturing Engineer, Equipment Design
Manufacturing Engineer We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to plan, organize, and drive the development, commissioning, and continuous improvement of complex custom manufacturing equipment within Tesla's Cell Manufacturing team. They will own equipment lifecycle management — from design and ramp through sustained production — ensuring lines operate safely, efficiently, and at the highest quality standards in a fast-paced, first-of-its-kind manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities:
- Drive design, development, and commissioning ramp of complex, custom-built manufacturing equipment unique to Tesla's Cell Manufacturing operations
- Own equipment fixtures and process kits — design, draft, and maintain full CAD ownership and revision lifecycle within SolidWorks PDM Professional
- Become the subject matter expert for assigned equipment, leading root cause analysis, detailed troubleshooting, and process improvement initiatives
- Troubleshoot and recover automated processes via PLC, HMI, or tool management software, and implement sustainable improvements
- Develop and manage FMEA risk assessments to prioritize equipment improvement projects and ensure robust repair strategies
- Lead safety and ergonomic improvements to production equipment, ensuring compliance with or exceeding applicable regulations and best practices
- Drive negotiation and participation in supplier and internal equipment buyoffs, ensuring equipment readiness before production deployment
- Build and maintain training materials, maintenance routines, and documentation to support full equipment lifecycle management
Requirements:
- Degree or equivalent experience in manufacturing, interdisciplinary, or integrated engineering3D CAD design experience (SolidWorks preferred) including fixtures, tooling drawings, pneumatic and electrical schematics, and layout validation
- Demonstrated experience ramping automation equipment into manufacturing — including web handling, electromechanical systems, PLCs, and motion controls
- Proven ability to solve complex electromechanical and software issues with limited documentation, using a structured, data-driven approach
- Experience with problem-solving tools such as RCCA, Fishbone diagrams, and statistical software (JMP a plus)
- Experience with robot programming, backup, and restoration a plus
- Experience in automotive or high-volume manufacturing highly desired
- Excellent spoken and written English
Compensation & Benefits:
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
- Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
- Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&DShort-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
- Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
- Tesla Babies program
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
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Level
Senior
Location
Austin, TX
Occupation
Manufacturing Engineers
Industry
Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
Posted
3 days ago