Tesla · 2 months ago
Engineering Manager, Manufacturing Engineering, Cell Assembly
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expTesla is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineering Manager to create, develop, and take on responsibility for state-of-the-art manufacturing processes in their Texas Gigafactory. This role involves leading cross-functional teams throughout the manufacturing line lifecycle and developing innovative processes to improve operations and reduce costs.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Oversee engineering activities from inception to closure ensuring alignment with manufacturing goals and timelines
Drive reductions in CapEx, BOM, and manufacturing costs through innovative processes and operational improvements
Mentor the engineering team and collaborate with production, controls, and construction teams
Improve Gigafactory Texas operations by refining procedures and troubleshooting equipment installations
Maintain detailed process records, develop DFMEA/PFMEA documentation, and validate automation systems
Use tools to monitor engineering tasks and personnel activities
Present funding requests and production updates to Tesla leadership
Coordinate with construction teams to install and commission global production lines
Accelerate production launches, train teams, and deliver handover documentation
Meet aggressive launch schedules while ensuring seamless transitions to operational teams
Qualification
Required
Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or similar
5+ years manufacturing engineering + 3+ years engineering leadership (senior roles for higher experience)
Mechanical assembly expertise: tolerance analysis, adhesive bonding, pressing
Data-driven problem solving: root cause analysis, JMP/statistical tools
Automated line design: PLC programming, HMI, motion control
New equipment/process implementation in production environments
High-volume manufacturing experience in key areas: Automated assembly, precision manufacturing, vision systems, Laser processing, welding, battery tech, vacuum systems
Poise under pressure: manage competing demands, tight deadlines
Production quality metrics knowledge + exceptional communication
Analytical rigor, organizational skills, attention to detail
Benefits
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
Societe GeneraleEuropean UnionPennDOT
2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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