Process Engineer, Model 3, Body in White

In addition to maintaining manufacturing equipment and processes, Process Engineers on the Model 3 Body-in-White team work with cross-functional teams throughout the factory to solve issues related to efficiency, safety, and quality. You will work closely with Design Engineering, Quality, Production, Maintenance and External Vendors to analyze and improve current production processes, including, but not limited to, the modification of existing production lines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with Design Engineering and NPI teams to drive Design for Manufacturability in future programs early in the design phase
• Analyze, design, and optimize new production processes to ensure safety while maximizing yield, capacity, and cost effectiveness to enable the build of world-class vehicles
• Develop and modify existing line layouts, processes, and fixtures to improve material flow, waste reduction, and ergonomics by utilizing Lean Manufacturing best practices
• Drive changes to improve OEE of production lines to address process bottlenecks and improve overall product output
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for continuous improvement to improve safety, quality, and efficiency metrics
• Maintain process and SOP documentation to ensure accuracy and standardization of existing and new processes
• Lead and support cost down measures throughout the shop to reduce the production cost of each subassembly and body produced
• Effectively communicate information and changes to key stakeholders to facilitate smooth transitions between processes and workflows
• Design, assemble, and install tooling using a variety of hand and power tools

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering; or equivalent experience
• 2 years in a hands-on manufacturing environment
• Able to function independently, be a strong team player, detail oriented, organized, hands-on and able to demonstrate strong Mechanical Engineering principles
• Work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
• Remain engaged, proactive, and positive in tough circumstances, owning assignments and taking full accountability for their success
• Maintain flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and assignments, coping with a rapidly changing environment
• Have working knowledge of Design for Manufacturability
• Strong familiarity with structured problems solving methodologies (DMAIC, 8D, etc.)
• Proficient with 2D and 3D CAD software (Autocad, Solidworks, CATIA, 3D Experience, etc.)
• General knowledge of GD&T and Manufacturing drawings

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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
Expected Compensation

$80,000 - $144,000/annual salary cash and stock awards benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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.

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