Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Design & Automation

Tesla's Gigafactory New York is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to help support both new & existing equipment & production line design/automation. This role will own critical design projects for a variety of our high-volume manual or automated manufacturing lines. Activities/ownerships will include part/assembly mechanical design, electrical & controls equipment specifications, supporting continuous improvement activities, independently diagnose equipment issues, and working with cross functional teams to maximize equipment performance and minimize cost.


Responsibilities

• Own/Lead Mechanical Design - 3D Part/Assembly Design, FEA Analysis & 2D Drawings with Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) in Solidworks
• Rapid Prototyping - Collaborate with cross functional engineers/teams, internal/external machine shops, internal 3D printing services, as well as third-party vendors to build, test, optimize and validate new parts, systems and/or full line equipment
• Collaborate with safety and ergonomic teams to review equipment/process requirements, compiling equipment risk assessments, and selecting/integrating safety devices into both new & existing manufacturing stations/lines
• Electrical & Controls Experience (Bonus) - Familiar with NACL electrical safety standards (NEC, CEN, etc.), communication/network protocols (TCP, IP, etc.), electrical hardware/wiring/schematic design (EPLAN, AutoCAD), and creating utility metrics for facilities systems (PDPs, compressed air, process water, etc.)
• Demonstrate strong project management skills - Collaborate with a wide variety of cross functional teams onsite (Product Design, Safety, Quality, Process, Production, Packaging, Facilities/Construction) to meet project stakeholder requirements
• Create New Line Make Cases or Existing Line Upgrade proposals by analyzing/creating equipment timing charts to optimize cycle times, balance automation based on calculated payback period (ROI), strategize PC material flow within factory, ensure adequate WIP buffering & production redundancies to ensure production uptime
• Experience with both Product & Manufacturing process failure mode analysis (PFMEA) as well as design failure mode analysis (DFMEA)
• External and Internal Vendor Management - Create RFQ's in collaboration with procurement team to develop & identify cost effective solutions which are delivered on time.
• Own Root Cause Analysis - Preemptively/Reactively investigate, identify, and solve equipment & process concerns, production ramps, equipment reliability & yield for both new & existing equipment or methods
• Lead factory acceptance testing (FAT) with vendors at offsite locations as well as follow-up site acceptance testing (SAT) on equipment delivered & installed onsite

Requirements

• Degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 2-5 years' experience with hands-on manufacturing engineering experience or related field/experience
• Proven proficiency with Solidworks for 3D Part/Assembly Design, 2D Drawings/Schematics, and Quotation + Procurement for Production Intent Parts/Equipment
• Rapid Design & Prototyping, 3D Printing, and first principles thinking to accelerate concept to production intent design
• Demonstrated strength of experience with both manual & automated high-volume manufacturing equipment
• Demonstrated experience initiating, evaluating, leading, and driving equipment design projects to completion
• Demonstrated experience with 8D, Six Sigma and Lean Fundamentals
• Proven leadership/ownership of large capital equipment projects & record of success.
• Evidence of exceptional ability & going beyond the call to action with excellent written and verbal communication skills required
• Display a positive attitude with flexible mindset as well as practice strong work ethic that reflects the mission, philosophy, and goals of Tesla

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• 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)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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


Expected Compensation


• Associate Manufacturing Engineer - $68,000 - $102,000/annual salary
• Manufacturing Engineer - $88,400 - $132,600/annual salary
• Sr Manufacturing Engineer - $98,600 - $147,900/annual salary
• Staff Manufacturing Engineer - $112,200 - $168,300/annual salary
• Sr Staff Manufacturing Engineer - $136,000 - $204,000/annual salary
• Principal Manufacturing Engineer - $146,200 - $219,300/annual salary
, depending on level + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.