Associate Manager, Production Engineering, Energy Stack Module

What You'll Do

• Manage, mentor and lead a team of Equipment and Process Engineers on our Stack Module lines for the Energy team
• Build & improve management systems to ensure all equipment operates safely, with high availability & product quality and low cycle time
• Own, report on and drive improvement of area KPI’s including equipment availability, product yield, cycle time and cost
• Coach Engineers and Technicians to develop and implement equipment upgrades and process changes to increase capacity, lower cost and improve yield
• Lead and assist Engineers and Technicians in resolving unplanned down events and driving permanent RCCAs, using the 3D/8D process where applicable
• Make daily resource allocation decisions, balancing competing priorities, to serve the needs of the Engineering, Maintenance and Production communities
• Serve as backup Engineer for all members of the team both in order to ensure zero gaps in coverage as well as adequately address issues of escalating complexity
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering and Controls teams to install and debug new processes and equipment

What You'll Bring

• Degree in an Engineering discipline or equivalent relevant experience
• 5 to 7+ years’ experience leading teams within heavily automated, high volume manufacturing facilities, including but not limited to assembly, robotics, etc.
• Exemplary track record of high impact contributions both as an individual Engineer and in a management capacity
• Hands on experience with lean manufacturing principles
• Demonstrated ability to meet commitments and deliver results in a fast-paced technical manufacturing environment
• Able to manage and execute multiple large-scale projects simultaneously, dynamically adjusting priorities to meet changing business needs
• Outstanding communication skills - both written and verbal
• Experience with application and teaching of structured problem-solving methodology, such as DOE, root cause analysis, etc.
• Experience with mechanical, automation, and controls engineering is highly preferred

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical plans
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans
• HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
• Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time
• 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