What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dimensional Engineer position at Tesla?
The Dimensional Engineer will work within the Giga Metrology team under the quality group supporting every production line of the Gigafactory. This engineer will work with Metrology technicians and perform dimensional investigations as well as working with Design and Manufacturing group to build and inspect new line's tooling and production parts.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement automated and manual data collection processes
- Act as the specialist in 'applied metrology' and provide support to manufacturing and design areas in the development of appropriate measurement methods, including researching and recommending new technologies, analyzing existing measurement methods, and training as required
- Work closely with Metrology Technicians to improve current processes and develop new methods for unique measurement challenges. Work with Manufacturing Engineers, Design Engineers and Quality Engineers to understand their needs and develop measurement techniques, processes and procedures which meet Tesla's requirements
- Work closely with the Metrology Team on continuously improving the Labs' processes, procedures, datasheets and measurement techniques
- Provide dimensional expertise to support improvement projects (cycle time, efficiency, safety, etc.)
- Analyze and break down dimensional data to identify the source of problems (Subassembly, Tooling, Supplier part, etc.)
- Actively monitor the dimensional accuracy of the Gigafactory Programs through various measurement systems (CMM, Faro, Check fixture, Romer, Laser Tracker, 3D scanner, etc.)
- Provide day to day production support on quality concerns and develop and implement short / long term countermeasure to quality problems while maintaining operational efficiency. Standardize progress by developing, deploying, and training others on dimensional engineering best practices
- Communicates cross-functionally on design directions and requirements. Support incoming inspection correlation with various external suppliers
- Provide expertise on GD&T best practices and closely work with Quality and Design engineer to make sure that datum scheme and tolerances are accurate for the form, fit and function of the assemblies
Requirements
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 :
2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
