Manufacturing Engineer, Welding & Mechanical Joining Engineer

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineer (Junior to Staff level) specializing in Joining processes. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and can effectively manage large-scale design and installation projects. You will apply a first-principles approach to solve engineering problems and develop solutions that meet Tesla's needs. The team designs, develops, and installs new manufacturing lines for Energy products. By understanding program requirements and collaborating with cross-functional teams, the group ensures new lines integrate seamlessly with other processes and achieve Tesla's objectives.

• Collaborate closely with Process Engineering, and Design Engineering to support Design for Manufacturability (DFM) during the design and validation phases of new programs
• Lead equipment installation, commissioning, and ramp-up of high-volume production lines during program launches, including spot welding, MIG welding, dispensing, laser processing, rivet-nuts, fastening, and related equipment, while working closely with Tesla's partner vendors to deliver lines on the shortest possible timeline and within budget
• Stabilize welding processes in a high-volume manufacturing environment after Start of Production (SOP)
• Take direct ownership of welding quality targets and lead all related activities, including the development of quality control plans and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
• Plan and execute Design of Experiments (DOEs) to characterize boundary conditions and optimize welding processes for manufacturability and quality
• Develop and deliver joining process training for the production and maintenance teams
• Compile and finalize documentation packages to support the long-term sustainability and continuous improvement of new production lines

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Welding Engineering, Materials Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Experience developing and launching joining processes
• In-depth knowledge of joining processes, equipment, and metallurgy (robotic experience preferred)
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team; detail-oriented, organized, hands-on, and decisive
• Proactive, resilient, and positive in challenging situations, with full ownership and accountability for results
• Strong proficiency in creating clear written and visual documentation of manufacturing processes
• Skill in collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing complex information into clear, actionable insights
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, plus experience with AutoCAD, CATIA 3DX, or similar tools

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
• 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
• 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
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)