Sr. Quality Engineer, Optimus

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with Suppliers and Supplier Quality Teams: Partner with internal and external suppliers to validate supplier part readiness, define contributions of supplied part quality to downstream issues, and drive continuous improvement
• Lead the development of quality controls plans, lead failure analysis, and continually update PFMEA based on lessons learned from new failure modes - working cross functionally with design, manufacturing & sustaining engineers
• Establish criteria for Part Inspection Standards based on product specification and process critical requirements to determine component and assembly level readiness
• Able to steer productivity with SIE/suppliers to ensure effective countermeasures with minimal iterations
• Able to take action and lead/drive peers and cross functional teams on resolving root causes with no support
• Lead/facilitate review and disposition of discrepant materials identified for control of nonconforming product
• Operational Support: Provide technical expertise to troubleshoot and resolve quality issues in real-time, minimizing production downtime and enhancing operational reliability

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, etc.) or other technical discipline or equivalent experience
• Experienced in QS-9000, ISO/TS 16949, APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA required
• Demonstrated success in applying quality problem solving methods such as fishbone diagrams, FMEA, process capability analysis, hypothesis testing, DoE, SPC, etc.
• Well-organized with meticulous attention to detail
• Experience with broad variety of measurement and inspection techniques
• Industry Knowledge: Experience in high-volume manufacturing or automotive production environments is highly desirable
• Excellent oral, written and presentation communication skills with the ability to present complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Able to work under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines

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
• 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
• Commuter benefits
• Tesla Babies program
• Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation

$84,000 - $180,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits