Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Dry Cathode

Tesla•Austin, TX

About The Position

We are seeking highly motivated individuals to tackle manufacturing on a challenging new mass production line geared towards next generation cell production. You will be working alongside engineers to develop an advanced new product and be among the first individuals to work on cutting edge manufacturing processes within Tesla. This fast-paced team is the perfect environment if you are interested in developing multiple skills and having an immediate impact on the future of electric vehicles. You will be a problem solver and an idea contributor. You will bring a get-it-done attitude while successfully developing new skills to add to your inventory and grow your career. Coordinate design, assembly, install, and commission next generation calendaring, lamination, and slitting equipment Closely collaborate with external equipment integrators on custom automation equipment, focusing on optimizing the design, layout, and function of the equipment Generate machine qualification checklists and manage to install, commission, and start-up equipment balancing speed and safety Drive ramp of new lines by characterizing and improving baseline performance and capability of each system as measured by product quality and tool availability Development of the manufacturing process to use the equipment and ensure that all equipment, processes, and methodologies comply with applicable standards, company policy, and all Health and Safety Laws, Acts, Regulations and Codes Collaborate with facility, EHS, electrical and design teams for space readiness and site-specific installation plans Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and develop specifications for custom automation equipment Provide hands on assistance to resolve technical quality issues related to customer complaints, manufacturing, engineering, test methods, equipment, etc. Create manufacturing introduction, machine instructions, and deliver training to operations and maintenance technicians to ensure and seamless handover of new equipment

Requirements

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
5+ years of hands-on manufacturing engineering experience
Experience in high volume equipment manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting, as well as extensive project management
Experience developing automated manufacturing equipment, fixturing, and tooling in 3D (SolidWorks preferred, Catia is also a plus)
Experience introducing new equipment and new processes into a production environment. Aptitude to learn and incorporate new technologies
Experience with LOTO and similar safety practices, as well as a drive to ensure your own and other’s safety at work
Experience documenting processes and procedures for manufacturing, maintenance, quality, etc.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally (~5%)

Nice To Haves

Experience in high volume manufacturing involving one or more of these areas is highly desired: Roll to roll processing, winding/rewinding, calendering/pressing, lamination, web handling, stamping, steel rolling/milling, aerospace/rocket engine hydraulics/mechanics, battery manufacturing (Li-ion, electrode, cathode, anode or other similar chemistries)

Responsibilities

Coordinate design, assembly, install, and commission next generation calendaring, lamination, and slitting equipment
Closely collaborate with external equipment integrators on custom automation equipment, focusing on optimizing the design, layout, and function of the equipment
Generate machine qualification checklists and manage to install, commission, and start-up equipment balancing speed and safety
Drive ramp of new lines by characterizing and improving baseline performance and capability of each system as measured by product quality and tool availability
Development of the manufacturing process to use the equipment and ensure that all equipment, processes, and methodologies comply with applicable standards, company policy, and all Health and Safety Laws, Acts, Regulations and Codes
Collaborate with facility, EHS, electrical and design teams for space readiness and site-specific installation plans
Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and develop specifications for custom automation equipment
Provide hands on assistance to resolve technical quality issues related to customer complaints, manufacturing, engineering, test methods, equipment, etc.
Create manufacturing introduction, machine instructions, and deliver training to operations and maintenance technicians to ensure and seamless handover of new equipment

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 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 (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