Tesla is seeking a motivated Manufacturing Equipment Engineer to join our Body in White (BIW) team at Megafactory. As an Equipment Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving existing equipment, including tooling, fixtures, and cranes, and collaborate with cross functional team to help solve production bottlenecks. You will also work with contractors and integrators to define, develop, install, and commission new automation solutions.


Responsibilities

• Be the subject matter expert in maintaining and upgrading tooling and fixtures used in Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) processes
• Understand GD&T and design principles
• Work with equipment vendors to develop unique solutions from concept to production phase
• Leverage our in-house machine shop/prototyping team to design, fabricate and qualify new designs
• Working with other operational teams to identify and resolve production bottlenecks
• Present data for design reviews and information to cross functional teams and management effectively
• Continuously analyze BIW manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for improvement, cost reduction, and increased efficiency
• Provide technical support to the maintenance team to resolve any BIW-related issues that may arise during manufacturing, ensuring minimal downtime
• Create and maintain documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process manuals

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Practical experience with BIW manufacturing processes, equipment, and assembly flow
• Proficiency with CATIA, 3D experience is desired
• Be a subject matter expert in maintaining and upgrading tooling and fixtures used in Gas Metal Arc Welding, Resistance Spot Welding, structure adhesive processes, including updating cranes and all equipment needed in BIW
• Understanding of complex automation control systems
• Partner with Controls Engineers and Process Engineers to sustain, maintain and improve the existing Gas Metal Arc Welding equipment
• Knowledge of heavy duty crane systems
• Understanding of safety regulations

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

$72,000 - $237,600/annual salary + 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.