Tesla · 4 months ago
Sr. Geartrain Manufacturing Engineer, Optimus
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$106K/yr - $207K/yr
3+ years expTesla is seeking a skilled and highly motivated Sr. Geartrain Manufacturing Engineer to join their Optimus actuator team. This role focuses on supporting gearbox manufacturing process development and driving scalable production methods to ensure high-quality gearbox prototypes and production.
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Responsibilities
Drive the in-house manufacturing technology and process development of complex gear assemblies
Develop scalable manufacturing technologies that can scale from concept to high-volume production for gearboxes
Drive demonstration of developed gearbox manufacturing processes in a low volume, high-mix environment
Establish equipment requirements for high volume gearbox manufacturing and develop high-volume manufacturing methods Drive machine tool equipment and tooling design developments with external suppliers and with internal entities for scalable high-volume (automotive level) production
Develop specifications and manage RFQ process for new manufacturing equipment
Design and build tooling that will be used gearbox assembly processes
Work closely with design engineering team to provide crucial input on DFM and DFA
Track and document process development activities on geartrain assembly, machining and heat treatment processes and report results when necessary
Develop equipment manufacturing, heat treatment, inspection, and test validation plans
Coordinate factory equipment installation, commissioning, and production hand off
Qualification
Required
Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, or equivalent experience
Mindset to apply first principles for problem solving
3D CAD experience/knowledge, preferably Catia/3DX, SolidWorks
Knowledge and understanding of engineering drawings, documents and GD&T
Ability to follow mechanical drawings of assemblies and components that include bearings, gearboxes, actuators, etc
Proficiency in mechanical assemblies of gearboxes (i.e. press fits, fastener selection, etc.)
Knowledge and understanding of gear metrology tools and methods
Familiar with torque tools, fixture design, CNC and automation equipment, control systems and communication protocol
Experience in transitioning products from prototype to high-volume production
Strong background in mechanical design for manufacturing and basic principles of material science & engineering
3+ years of rotary product manufacturing experience (i.e. Actuators and Gearboxes)
3+ years of experience building production lines for geared products, including equipment design, tooling design and procurement and line commissioning
Preferred
Familiarity with computer aided manufacturing software (i.e. Mastercam, Esprit)
Familiarity with gear design & manufacturing software (i.e. KissSoft, Dontyne Gear Production Suite)
Benefits
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
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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