Associate Laser Welding Engineer, Cell Manufacturing

Tesla • Austin, TX

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Degree or relevant experience in Manufacturing/ Mechanical/ Mechatronics Engineering; Industrial or Chemical Engineering with the right experience are also welcome
• Exposure to hi-volume manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience: electromechanical prototyping, or troubleshooting
• Experience with data analysis, and knowledge of quality concepts (SPC, capability)
• CAD software and mechanical design know-how, with GD&T basics
• Basic knowledge of electrical circuits, and ability to read schematics

Responsibilities

• Commission, validate with statistics, and ramp up hi-volume automation equipment
• Troubleshoot equipment and tune processes as necessary; involves running equipment
• Perform experiments to iterate through new process or to improve existing processes
• Analyze and visualize production and trial data; present conclusions to cross-functional teams
• Generate equipment specifications, manufacturing instructions, and other documentation
• Collaborate with Production Engineering, Quality and NPI teams on yield, quality and machine availability
• Communicate and coordinate installations and upgrades with vendors and internal suppliers

Benefits

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare 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&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree