What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Chassis Controls & PCBA position at Tesla Motors, Inc.?
Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Engineer to source and industrialize suppliers for Chassis control systems, with a strong focus on PCBA-based electronic control assemblies used in steering and braking applications. The Supplier Industrialization Engineer will work closely with Tesla Hardware, Firmware, and Manufacturing Engineering teams to audit, develop, and streamline PCBA manufacturing, assembly, and test processes at supplier plants. This role will support safety-critical chassis products including Steering and Braking systems, while also interfacing with electromechanical assemblies such as motors and powerpacks. The job involves frequent interaction with contract manufacturers and Tier-1/Tier-2 suppliers, international travel, and on-the-spot technical decision-making.
The goal: deliver on-time, high-quality electronic control components into Tesla's production processes to enable rapid development cycles and reliable product launches.
What You'll Do
- Perform Design for Manufacturing (DfM) on chassis-control PCBAs using DFM tools (e.g., Valor, Vayo) and provide clear design guidance to Tesla engineering teams
- Act as the PCBA manufacturing expert within the Chassis Controls SIE team, covering SMT, reflow, conformal coating, underfill, washing, press-fit, pin insertion, and depanelization
- Drive Contract Manufacturers (CMs) on quality, responsiveness, cost, and process efficiency
- Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) activities at suppliers, acting as critical-to-quality (CTQ) owner for PCBA manufacturing and test readiness
- Define and review PCBA line layout, capacity, and cycle time, driving process flow improvements to meet Tesla volume and scalability requirements
- Participate in supplier quotations by providing technical input on PCBA process capability, automation level, test coverage, and line setup
- Own supplier quality performance, including field and factory issues, by driving Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) and validating sustainable corrective actions
- Audit suppliers onsite and lead process improvements to meet Tesla's manufacturing, quality, and traceability requirements
- Collaborate with other Chassis Controls SIEs supporting motors, powerpacks, and mechanical assemblies to ensure end-to-end system readiness
What You'll Bring
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 5 years of experience in PCBA manufacturing, supplier quality, or manufacturing engineering
- Strong hands-on knowledge of SMT and PCBA processes, including Reflow, THT, conformal coating, underfill, washing, Press-fit and pin insertion, ICT, functional test, and EOL validation
- Solid experience launching NPIs, managing suppliers through APQP / PPAP, and driving ramp to production
- Proficiency with problem-solving tools such as RCCA, Fishbone, process mapping, and 5S
- Ability to balance technical depth and supplier leadership, influencing suppliers at both engineering and management levels
- Strong project management and communication skills
- Willingness to travel internationally (30-40%, sometimes on short notice)
- Excellent spoken and written English
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)
- 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
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.
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.
Salary : $85,760 - $197,160