Tesla is seeking a highly motivated (Associate) Manufacturing Engineer to commission, troubleshoot and ramp automation equipment. The engineer also refine and innovate processes. This role is with the Cell Manufacturing Engineering, Tabless - “Welder” team. This engineer will lead the early lifecycle of highly complex and hi-volume manufacturing equipment: from power-On to validation, and will spend a significant portion of his/her time on the production floor. The equipment will include diverse processes such as laser welding, hi-speed pick and place, automated transport, computer vision, insertions and pressing, etc. to name a few. Other responsibilities would include supporting process refinements and development trials, writing procedures, solving systematic issues thru redesigns, and interfacing with vendors. The engineer will also closely work and cross-coordinate with Tesla's internal Production Engineering, Maintenance, Quality Engineering, NPI and Project Management teams. This individual will be based in GigaTexas, Tesla's HQ in Austin, TX.