Process Engineer, Dimensional, Megafactory

What To Expect
The Process Engineer will be responsible for process sustaining and continuous improvement on the production line, building Tesla’s commercial scale energy storage product. This position will be responsible for GD&T of weld fixture and supplier parts, applying knowledge of weld distortion and fixture limitation to create subassemblies comparable to design intent. Daily work will be highly cooperative in nature with regularly interactions with manufacturing engineering, new product introduction, quality engineering, equipment engineering, and production operators – strong interpersonal skills are critical. The engineer will place a significant focus on troubleshoot and root cause of dimensional inaccuracy and subassembly variation, using a data driven approach. Role requires proficiency in rework process development.

The Process Engineer should be detail focused with an understanding of the big picture. They must be curious, self-motivated, receptive to feedback, and appreciate an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed and rewarded.

What You'll Do

Develop expertise in manufacturing processes. Understand process capabilities through critical data analysis and in depth understanding of the product and tooling. Participate in the transition of a product from concept to pilot line production and into mass manufacturing

Root Cause analysis of dimensional accuracy and subassembly variation due to incoming parts, MIG weld distortion and limitations in weld fixture

Analyze and optimize production processes to ensure safety while maximizing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) in cost effective means while driving to achieve world-class quality levels. Champion continuous improvement projects (CIP) to maximize yield, capacity, and capability

Lead continuous improvement activities to drive improvements to critical KPIs: safety, quality, output, and cost. Establish and monitor SPC for all critical process parameters, then analyze, develop, process, and implement Engineering Change Orders

Lead NCM (non-conforming material) activities, including the documentation and troubleshooting of line fall out. Design, validate, and document rework procedures for non-conforming material and outgoing weld or dimensional inaccuracy

Responsible for diagnosing issues found during the part manufacturing process and drive corrective action back to source, resulting in root cause identification and elimination. Responsible for shim logs at designated tooling

Design or redesign tooling, weld schedule and weld process order to drive greater output dimensional accuracy relative to design intent

Monitor and reduce process variation using techniques such as Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA). Monitor and audit manufacturing processes to ensure product specifications and standards are achieved. Participate in the development and maintenance of FMEAs and Control Plans

Support 24/7 production operations

What You'll Bring

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Robotics Engineering, or equivalent experience

Experience commissioning and optimizing equipment.  Have a demonstrated track record of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and dimensional accuracy improvement

Extensive experience in GD&T and tooling design for consistent dimension after MIG weld

5 years in an automated, high volume manufacturing facility

Able to read and interpret part and product 2/3D CAD with ability to alter the field to replicate design intent

Experience with automated MIG weld of steel is highly prized. Lincoln/FANUC is a plus

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

$93,600 - $140,400/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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