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Dimensional Engineer, Megafactory

Tesla
Lathrop, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/29/2026
What To Expect
We are seeking an energetic and engaging Dimensional Engineer to join the Metrology team under the quality group supporting all production lines of the Megafactory. The ideal candidate will candidate will have flexibility to support all shifts and overtime as needed but will be allocated to core day shift. The Dimensional Engineer will report to the Quality Manager and work collaboratively with the Staff Dimensional engineer performing dimensional investigations as well as support Design, Process and Manufacturing groups to validate part quality and tooling setups changes.

What You'll Do

  • Improve Lab operations and processes
  • Plan staffing, equipment needs and continuous improvement & training
  • Design and implement automated and manual data collection processes
  • Act as specialist in ‘applied metrology’ and provide support to manufacturing and design areas in development of appropriate measurement methods, including researching and recommending new technologies, analyzing existing measurement methods, and training as required
  • Work closely with the Metrology Manager on continuously improving the Labs’ processes, procedures, datasheets, and measurement techniques
  • Provide dimensional expertise to support improvement projects (cycle time, efficiency, safety, etc.)
  • Analyze and break down dimensional data to identify source of problems (Sub assembly, Tooling, Supplier part, etc.)
  • Actively monitor dimensional accuracy of drive unit and battery product through various measurement systems (CMM, Faro, Check fixture, Romer, Laser Tracker, 3D scanner, etc.)
  • Provide day to day production support on quality concerns and develop and implement short/long term countermeasure to quality problems while maintaining operation efficiency
  • Provide expertise on GD&T best practices and closely work with Quality and Design engineer to make sure that datum scheme and tolerances are accurate for the form, fit and function of the assemblies


  • What You'll Bring

  • Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Minimally 3-5 years of experience in quality, metrology, or design engineering
  • Excellent understanding of GD&T and ability to create datum strategies that minimize tolerance stack-up in critical areas
  • Strong mechanical intuition and extensive hands-on experience modifying tooling, fixtures, etc.
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and make correction if needed
  • Experienced with CAD design software (CATIA is a must)
  • Experienced using measurement tools for root cause diagnostics (stationary and portable CMMs, Faro laser tracker, Leica 3D scanner, Polyworks)
  • Strong understanding of statistics to identify critical process parameters
  • Strong communication and team working skills at all levels of an organization
  • Ability to present simple solutions to complex problems and influence key change directives to other engineering teams


  • Benefits
    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:
  • 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


  • Expected Compensation

    $83,448 - $185,868/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.

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