Vehicle Systems Engineer, Model Y, Body in White

Tesla's Body in White Model Y team is hiring a hands-on and analytical Vehicle System Engineer to lead specific vehicle modules. The individual will focus on design for manufacturing/assembly for launch programs during the concept phase with emphasis on form and dimensional quality for the specific module assigned. This will require individuals to be knowledgeable about tooling strategies in a manufacturing environment, strong fundamentals in dimensional variation analysis, and statistical controls to provide meaningful input during design reviews. The primary objective is risk mitigation for mass-production capability and supporting in the resolution of complex dimensional topics during series production.

Responsibilities

• Design review for launch programs - feasibility review of concepts established for the product in the real world. Focus on design for manufacturing/assembly (DFMA) where meaningful feedbacks are provided to enable best manufacturing capabilities/solutions
• Establishing and reviewing major DLDs (datum location documentation) for major assembly / check fixtures. Validation of major tooling/check-fixtures with MSA studies
• Review part and assembly data using data collection software (CM4D, Polyworks, Dataloop). Self-sufficiency, individual will learn and operate digital measurement devices like Leica Laser Tracker / Hexagon Absolute Arm
• Ability to perform dimensional variation analysis of issues through stack-up analysis at body/vehicle level through basic 1D-RSS or 3D analysis using software package in 3DX
• Dimensional validations of parts to meet overall product quality intent
• Lead/support hemming validation for product form quality through understanding requirements based on industry standards and Tesla specifications
• Support/drive problem solving complex dimensional topics - going through fundamental dimensional analysis with stack breakdown contribution

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field (Mechanical Engineering preferred) with 2 or more years of experience in a manufacturing, dimensional or vehicle systems engineering role in Automotive
• Mechanical inspection experience using basic and precision measurement tools w/ willingness to learn and use CMM equipment
• Has prior experience in designing and deploying manufacturing tooling
• Prior experience in areas of designing, deploying manufacturing tooling, validation and qualification of manufacturing tooling preferred
• Experience with working on metal and plastic components from a dimensional variation perspective
• Strong underlying GD&T fundamentals coupled w/ experience with Measurement System Analysis (MSAs) and Statistical Process Control Analysis preferred
• Ability to use CATIA V5, 3DX is highly desired w/ other key software experience like Polyworks/Dataloop, JMP or Minitab is a plus

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