What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Engineering Technician, Production Control, Megafactory position at Tesla Motors, Inc.?
What to Expect
What You'll Do
What You'll Bring
Compensation and Benefits
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
The Process Engineering Technician for the Production Control Team is responsible for managing work requests, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality products, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and implement efficient manufacturing solutions. This role requires technical expertise in machinery operation, welding, painting, as well as proficiency in software tools such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD and Excel. The Process Engineering Technician will play a key role in maintaining a clean and safe work environment, upholding customer service standards, and identifying opportunities for process improvement. Additionally, the Process Engineering Tech will also be managing system configurations for material flow, part changeovers on the Assembly Line as and when the factory requires it.
What You'll Do
- Identify and communicate improvement opportunities to Supervisor, Engineering, and Operations Leadership teams and execute special projects or assignments as directed
- Perform part cutovers on the assembly line both physically and systematically, ensuring accuracy and minimal disruption to production
- Systems Support - Provide real-time support with factory systems such as WARP, MFS, and MOS for material flow, routing, and transaction accuracy
- Configure systems and adjust lineside setups to improve part presentation, ergonomic access, and workflow efficiency, while preparing diagrams to illustrate routing, layouts, and equipment utilization
- Apply lean manufacturing practices including 5S, JIT production, Kanban, work measurement, and problem-solving methodologies to optimize manufacturing and material flow efficiency
- Build, weld, paint, and spray-paint racks or equipment, assembling components using hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, and hammers
- Operate Forklifts, Scissor Lifts, EPJ, and Flatbeds proficiently for work-related activities
What You'll Bring
- Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Relevant Work Experience:2-3 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing or production environment, preferably in a process technician or similar role
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Excel, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD is preferred
- Familiarity with WARP, MFS, MOS, or similar manufacturing/logistics systems
- Handle label printing and participate in special projects
- Experience operating welding equipment (MIG, TIG, Arc) and should be able to weld
- Proficiency with cutting machines (plasma cutters, band saws) / drilling machine / grinding machines / hydraulic press brakes / manual benders / spray guns for paint
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day
- Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrain
- Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs., including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs
- Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install parts
- Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/day
- Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures
- Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing
- Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to:safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, arm protection, and adheringto prescribed safety rules and guidelines
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:
- Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 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 (90 day waiting period)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.