Robotics Manufacturing Engineer, Zone Lead, Optimus

About the role

Join us as a Robotics Manufacturing Engineer and help manufacture “the machine that builds the machine.” In this role, you’ll drive the development of efficient, high-quality manufacturing lines and processes for Optimus and Energy Products at our Fremont factory. From early design through full-scale production, you’ll work with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment to shape the future of AI robotics and energy technology.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate manufacturing equipment, fixtures, and processes to support early-stage prototype builds
• Determine and procure equipment that is necessary for all manufacturing processes used to build the product
• Work with equipment integrators to design and manufacture equipment and fixtures for medium to high-volume production
• Manage suppliers during specification, design, buyoff and installation of manufacturing equipment
• Perform process analysis, DOE, PFMEA, line balancing activities, and capacity modeling/simulation
• Provide DFM (design for manufacturability) input to design team for process and yield improvements
• Create detailed manufacturing instructions to train technicians and line operators on new processes and equipment

Requirements

Solid experience as a hands-on Mechanical/Manufacturing/Design Engineer working on mechanical and/or electromechanical systems

Experience using 2D cad tools for conceptual line design (AutoCAD) and 3D design for mechanical equipment, fixturing, and tooling (SolidWorks or CATIA)

Experience with conveyance, transducer-based fastening systems (Atlas Copco preferred), robotic systems (Fanuc or Kuka preferred), adhesive dispensing, laser welding or automated functional testing

Experience creating technical specifications for automated manufacturing equipment

Experience providing Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Automation (DFA)

degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience

Qualifications

Experience as a hands-on Mechanical/Manufacturing/Design Engineer working on mechanical and/or electromechanical systems

Experience using 2D cad tools for conceptual line design (AutoCAD) and 3D design for mechanical equipment, fixturing, and tooling (SolidWorks or CATIA)

Experience with conveyance, transducer-based fastening systems (Atlas Copco preferred), robotic systems (Fanuc or Kuka preferred), adhesive dispensing, laser welding or automated functional testing

Experience creating technical specifications for automated manufacturing equipment

Experience providing Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Automation (DFA)

degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience

Skills

Hands-on Mechanical/Manufacturing/Design Engineer experience

Experience with 2D and 3D CAD tools

Experience with conveyance, transducer-based fastening systems, robotic systems, adhesive dispensing, laser welding, and automated functional testing

Experience creating technical specifications for automated manufacturing equipment

Experience providing Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Automation (DFA)

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
• 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
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• 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

Pay

Expected Compensation $91,600 - $276,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

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.