Tesla · 2 months ago
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Can Stamping, Battery
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expTesla is a leading company in the energy sector, and they are seeking a highly-motivated Sr. Manufacturing Engineer to contribute to the development and ramp of cell manufacturing equipment and processes for Tesla Energy Batteries. The role involves driving the development of innovative manufacturing processes, ramping new manufacturing lines, and ensuring manufacturing lines meet performance metrics.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Drive development of new/innovate manufacturing processes in Can Stamping and the equipment modules to make can forming possible from proof of concept to full scale production
Drive ramp of new manufacturing lines by characterizing baseline performance and capability of each system, drive actions to maintain or improve performance as measured by product quality and tool availability
Be an expert in technical manufacturing engineering discussions and define process development roadmap for Can Stamping processes including Cup Forming, Drawing & Wall Ironing, Washing & Drying and Conveyance
Drive root cause analysis through process and equipment expertise, derive and execute DOE’s accordingly, correlate with upstream/downstream processes
Ensure manufacturing lines meet uptime, availability and reliability metrics – OEE, cycle time, yield, quality and first time throughput, and investigate bottlenecks to identify root cause and countermeasure to maximize throughput
Work independently and with vendors to understand root cause of failures, propose design or component changes, and implement and validate equipment modifications
Develop and deliver training to operations and maintenance technicians to ensure seamless handover of new equipment
Generate and maintain documentation including machine and process specifications, drawings, BOM, spare parts, PFMEA, control plan, process flow chart
Qualification
Required
Degree in Science or equivalent relevant experience in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent
6 or more years of experience in a production environment and/or proven manufacturing development track record
Experience with cold stamping dies (progressive, transfer) or beverage can ironing process
Experience with 3D CAD (CATIA, Solidworks) needed, FEM tools a plus (AutoForm, Dyna)
Proven ability to operate under pressure while managing multiple priorities simultaneously
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
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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