Process Engineer, Battery Module & Pack, Semi

What To Expect

• A Process Engineer on the Semi Battery Module and Pack Production Engineering team will implement, develop, and optimize production methodologies in the manufacturing operations of Tesla.
• This Engineer will be responsible for OEE and drive process optimization that may include tool/fixture selection, line layouts, ergonomics study, material presentation, and other relevant factors.
• The Engineer will interface with Design, Test, and Quality Engineering to solve problems, improve manufacturability, and implement continual improvement.

What You'll Do

• Travel internationally and support Factory Acceptance Testing (FATs) to validate and ramp new production tool.
• Develop expertise in manufacturing processes for their area. Understand process capabilities through critical data analysis and in-depth understanding of the product.
• Develop and modify line and workstation layouts, including material flow, waste reduction, and ergonomics, utilizing Lean Manufacturing best practices.
• Participate in the transition of a product from concept to pilot line production and into mass manufacturing.
• 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.
• Work closely with functional and electrical testing (Examples: Hipot, Resistance, High/Low Voltage Tests, Firmware Checks) of products on the production line to determine top failure modes and drive yield improvements.
• Responsible for diagnosing issues found during the part manufacturing process and drive corrective action back to source, resulting in root cause identification and elimination.
• Utilize structured problem-solving techniques such as DMAIC, Ishikawa, Five Why (5W) and Eight Disciplines (8D).
• Create and maintain Manufacturing Instructions, routings, and associated processes.
• Develop and train technicians, assist in the training of operators as needed.
• Support 24/7 production operations.

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physical Science, or equivalent experience
• 1-3 years of experience working in automotive manufacturing
• A demonstrated track record of Overall Equipment Effectiveness improvement activities
• A good understanding of Bill of Materials, Manufacturing Execution System, Specification Management, Change Point Management
• Experience working with high voltage electronics, testing and assembly processes (fastening, fluid fill, dispense, etc.)
• Data analysis experience using tools like MySQL, Python, R, JMP, Minitab
• Strong problem-solving skills and an aptitude for learning systems quickly. Ability to utilize structured problem-solving techniques such as DMAIC, Ishikawa, Five Why (5W) or Eight Disciplines (8D)
• Able to resolve high level performance issues into addressable action
• Exceptional capacity for managing simultaneous activities, competing priorities and challenges
• Strong ability to work and communicate effectively with team and peers within a Manufacturing and Engineering organization. Includes excellent communication skills: written and verbal

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• 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
• Employee Stock Purchase Plans
• Employee Discounts and Perks Program
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays