Tesla · 1 month ago
Joining Equipment Engineer
Buffalo, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$72K/yr - $108K/yr
2+ years expTesla is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Joining Equipment Engineer to join our dynamic team at Gigafactory New York. This role focuses on maintaining and optimizing joining processes for energy storage products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency and stability.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Serve as a subject matter expert in maintaining and upgrading tooling, fixtures, and automated robotic systems for BIW processes, including Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Resistance Spot Welding (RSW), and structural adhesives; respond to 24/7 breakdowns to minimize downtime and ensure production stability
Train production associates on manufacturing instructions, welding procedures, and updated processes; manage welding procedure qualifications and generate documentation for manufacturing teams
Collaborate with equipment vendors, in-house prototyping teams, Controls Engineers, and Process Engineers to develop solutions from concept to production, including design, fabrication, and qualification of new joining tools and automation
Investigate and implement countermeasures for process issues; execute experiments, analyze data, and support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives across BIW and energy lines
Set up and operate welding/joining processes for lab tests; interpret requirements, review procedures, and troubleshoot welding problems in RSW, GMAW MIG/MAG, and related destructive/nondestructive tests
Apply lean manufacturing principles to monitor yield, fallout, and critical parameters for joining processes in energy storage production; troubleshoot and root cause test failures, including data collection, DOE, GR&R, and rework process development to improve Cpk and product yield
Provide technical support to maintenance teams for BIW and joining equipment issues; create and maintain SOPs, work instructions, training programs, schedules, cost estimates, and spare parts management
Analyze manufacturing processes for opportunities in efficiency, cost reduction, and risk elimination using structured problem-solving (e.g., DMAIC, Ishikawa, 5 Whys, 8D)
Qualification
Required
Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Metallurgy Engineering or the equivalent experience
Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience with automation, electromechanical systems, PLCs, robotics (e.g., Fanuc)
Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience with sustaining, improving, and operating welding processes, such as RSW, GMAW, MIG/MAG
Minimum 1 years of hands-on experience with welding controllers (e.g., WTC, Lincoln Power Wave)
Proven familiarity with destructive/nondestructive testing (DT/NDT)
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills under tight deadlines, with experience resolving high-level performance issues into actionable steps; ability to read blueprints, mechanical drawings, and electrical schematics
Practical experience sustaining and improving production lines, including Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Poke Yoke, and elimination of design risks
Understanding of complex automation control systems, safety protocols (e.g., lockout/tagout, arc flash), and collaboration with cross-functional teams
Preferred
Knowledge of 3D CAD (e.g., SolidWorks) and GD&T/design principles is a plus
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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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
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