Project Engineer, Design Support, New Product Introduction
Tesla · Lathrop, CA · Today
On-siteEngineering$94k–$140k/yrFull-time
What You'll Do
- Own factory CAD spins and drawing updates (2D/3D), including GD&T updates and minor design changes for current-generation products
- Create and advance deviations and design change packages to support production continuity
- Lead DFM reviews with Manufacturing, Process, Quality, and Design; convert factory feedback into actionable design recommendations
- Maintain a clear system of record for factory design requests—intake, prioritization, status, decisions, and closure
- Prepare complete design packages for Design review and approval; drive follow-through through release and production implementation
- Partner with Change Control, NPI, Quality, and suppliers to execute design updates on schedule
- Support root-cause and corrective actions on production and quality issues that require design or documentation changes
- Improve handoff standards, templates, and workflows between the factory and Design
What You'll Bring
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 3–5+ years in manufacturing, NPI, launch, or design-support environments (automotive, energy, or high-volume hardware preferred)
- Hands-on CAD experience with production drawings and assemblies (CATIA / 3DEXPERIENCE / SolidWorks preferred; ENOVIA or similar PLM a plus)
- Working knowledge of GD&T, drawing standards, deviations/ECOs, and design change processes
- Strong DFM instincts and comfort evaluating designs against real factory processes and assembly constraints
- Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent requests under time pressure
- Clear written and verbal communication—able to turn factory issues into packages
- Design can approve quickly
- Structured problem-solving skills (5-Why, 8D, DMAIC, or equivalent)
- and willingness to work on the manufacturing floor
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Medical plans
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans
- Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Other financial benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time
- Paid Holidays
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation
$93,600 - $140,400/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits