Tesla · 4 weeks ago
Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Solar
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$104K/yr - $197K/yrTesla’s Supplier Industrialization team is responsible for critical component development and qualification activities at suppliers. The role involves planning and conducting industrialization activities within the Tesla Solar supply chain, ensuring the delivery of high-quality components for production processes.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Plan, organize, direct, and conduct industrialization related activities within the Tesla Solar supply chain team focused on Solar cell processes – Polysilicon Refining, Ingot, Wafer, Cell
Provide leadership for New Product Introduction (NPI) at Suppliers; Lead supplier improvements in scalability, cost, and quality
Accountable for leading, tracking and improving supplier manufacturing process development and launch readiness for new products and design changes
Facilitate communication and clarification of technical requirements between Suppliers and Tesla Solar Engineering, Purchasing, and Quality teams
Accountable for supplier audits to ensure their ability to meet part performance, delivery, and reliability expectations
Collaborate with Tesla Design, Quality, and Manufacturing to determine the ideal performance specifications and supplier metrics
Provide input on new or alternative materials, design concepts, manufacturing processes to improved design, manufacturability, or cost reduction
Develop, Manage, Audit, Improve and Correct supplier planning and execution of component manufacturing and assembly techniques and quality control processes from the advanced development phase to mass production qualification
Guide suppliers in developing exceptionally robust processes and procedures to promote efficient and seamless production of high-quality products
Validate supplier corrective actions involving design and/or process changes to ensure they are robust, sustainable, and implemented for similar potential concerns across manufacturing lines and/or suppliers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or evidence of experience and exceptional ability
Ability to communicate and direct supplier activities at the management level; Proven results in meeting customer requirements and expectations
Experience in equipment commissioning or process development a plus
Possess demonstrable leadership abilities; Previous experience managing complex, fast-moving projects
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.
Founded in 2003
10001+ employees
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