Deadline : 28 Aug, 2025
What to Expect
Tesla is looking for a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineer to create manufacturing equipment and processes for our JIT Seat Manufacturing facility.
The Manufacturing Engineer applies technical knowledge and expertise in the development and implementation of new and improved manufacturing processes, procedures and equipment. Responsible for working with cross functional team to manage design, procurement and commissioning of manufacturing equipment, tooling and fixtures.
What You’ll Do
- Design of novel manufacturing assembly/test equipment and fixtures by collaborating with cross functional teams to deliver a complete solution
- Specification development for manufacturing equipment
- Collaborate and manage external equipment suppliers from design to buy off
- Validation and characterization of new equipment and fixtures for introduction to the production floor
- Create equipment drawings, layouts, schematics, Oms, PM procedures, and critical spares list to maximize OEE of equipment
- Train technicians and line associates on manufacturing processes
- Specification of hand tools for manual assembly tasks
- Design of production workstations for ergonomics and efficiency
- Performance of process analysis, DOE, PFMEA, line balancing and capacity modeling
What You’ll Bring
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience as a hands-on mechanical/manufacturing/design engineer working on mechanical and/or electromechanical systems.
- Proficiency in designing mechanical equipment, fixtures and tooling in CAD (SolidWorks or Catia is preferred), manufacturing drawings, GD&T
- Experience with NI Test Stand and Labview is preferred
- Experience with SQL and Python programming is preferred
- Understanding of typical control panel components and wiring schematics
- Familiarity with compliances and Legal requirement of automotive seating regulation
- Experience in Automotive seating or interiors is preferred
- Basic exposure or understanding of PLC programming
- Able to work under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
Compensation and 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
$80,000 – $264,000/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.
To apply for this job please visit www.tesla.com.