Process Engineer, Cell Mixing

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Mixing Production Process Engineer as a key contributor to the process improvement and management of new anode and cathode lines for our cutting-edge Tesla Energy Batteries. The Battery is one of the most complex and challenging components designed and manufactured at Tesla. This is an exciting opportunity to build a world-class manufacturing facility from the ground up. Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will work on a critical subsystem of incredibly exciting products. The Mixing Production Process Engineer will also work with cross-functional teams throughout the entire lifecycle of the product and processes. They will work closely with Engineering (Design and Manufacturing), Quality, Controls and Production teams to bring the new product from initial design, through prototype development and finally into full production.

Responsibilities

• Establish and develop the concept process, including estimated standard times and optimize headcount
• Responsible for the process documentation and ensuring it is kept current like Manufacturing Instructions, Standard works documents, PFMEA, standard works, and Control Plans
• Utilize SPC data and tools to characterize all equipment processes for operating limits, robustness, and action limits
• Develop and enable data-driven operational decisions through predictive insights into tool and process performance, including the integration of factory data systems
• Generate and execute business improvement ideas for cost reduction, labor savings, material flow, and safety
• Develop and manage Poke Yoke setup and changes within Manufacturing Execution System (MES), line side visualization to improve productivity
• Perform supporting activities for engineering and manufacturing including 5S and Lean manufacturing activities, material handling improvements, production line configuration, and safety procedures

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Experience as a Mixing Process Engineer (mixing process development/improvement using proven industry techniques to measure mixed materials such as dispersion, transition temperatures, mix by energy, rheology testing using shear techniques, troubleshooting, data analysis)
• Proven track record of large scale mixing improvements in powder or rubber industries
• Conveyance of materials/powders experience along with transfer of materials improvement skills
• Capable of identifying critical process parameters and applying statistics to process measurement and control
• Proven understanding of BOMs, manufacturability, process design, process validation, assembly methods, design reviews, and cost reduction methodologies
• Preferred Data collection and analysis experience in a high volume automated manufacturing environment
• Experience with ergonomic process design, part variation control, and human factors effects on product
• Job level based on skills and experience

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