Manufacturing Process Engineer, Electrode Cutting
Tesla · Fremont, CA · 2 wk ago
On-siteEngineering$92k–$164k/yrFull-time
What You'll Do
- Design and develop Li-ion battery cell electrode cutting and slitting manufacturing processes
- Evaluate and down select between mechanical and laser cutting processes to ultimately enable high-volume production of cell products with improved quality, reduced costs, and increased efficiency
- Hands-on engagement with manufacturing / test equipment and automation development
- Apply a range of manufacturing techniques, including 3D printing, machining, fastening, and welding, and quality inspection methods such as vision inspection, leak testing, and electrical testing, to support process development
- Design and run experiments to identify key process parameters; optimize processes to improve process capability, quality, and yield; decrease cycle time
- Define, release, and maintain technical documentation including process specifications, manufacturing instructions, and PFMEA
- Use software tools to develop predictive insights into equipment and process performance to unlock manufacturing performance and improve safety while reducing cost
- Occasional travel to Tesla factories, satellite team sites, and suppliers (domestic / international as needed)
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Physics, or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of experience as a Process Engineer (process development, process capability, troubleshooting, testing & validation, data acquisition & analysis)
- Experience with mechanical cutting and/or laser cutting is preferred but not required
- Robust fundamentals in solid mechanics and heat transfer + demonstrated application to solve thorny problems
- Familiarity with high-volume manufacturing processes such as stamping, deep drawing, plastic injection molding, heat treatment, and metal welding
- Proficiency with hands-on fabrication skills
- Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling (CATIA V5/V6 experience is a plus)
- Foundational knowledge in GD&T (proficiency is a plus)
- Great communication skills (interpersonal & technical); willingness to lead discussions with internal & external groups; a team-first attitude
- Resilience & independent learning— ability to hit deadlines under pressure and manage shifting requirements, multiple simultaneous priorities
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Medical plans
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Contribution
- Company Paid Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Other financial benefits
- Basic Life, AD&D Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time
- Paid Holidays
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program