Tesla · 3 weeks ago
Engineering Process Technician, Model Y, Production Control
AUSTIN, Texas
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expTesla is a leading electric vehicle manufacturer, and they are seeking a Process Engineering Technician to drive the implementation and continuous improvement of internal material logistics conveyance systems. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance material flow, develop strategies for high-volume manufacturing, and support the engineering team through data analysis and process optimization.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Production Process Engineering, Packaging Engineering, NPI, and Factory Software, to design and enhance all aspects of material flow
Develop and implement material flow strategies for lineside part presentation, conveyance, warehousing, and related areas to support high-volume, high-complexity manufacturing
Learn and utilize our internally developed material management system (MFS - Material Flow System) to configure systematic process flow steps that align with defined physical processes
Prepare and maintain detailed documentation, such as process flow diagrams, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technical reports, to support new process rollouts
Support the engineering team on floor by conducting process experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and identifying opportunities for improvement, efficiency gains, cost reductions, safety enhancements, and increased productivity under the direction of process engineers
Apply lean manufacturing tools (e.g., 5S, 5T, waste/loss identification, value stream mapping, work measurement, and problem-solving methodologies) to optimize manufacturing processes and material flow efficiency, including balancing aisle congestion across intersections to reduce operational costs
Complete weekly reports, capturing all downtime, safety issues, equipment problems, quality concerns, material shortages, and other limiters; document incidents, interventions, and operational feedback accurately in Tesla’s standard presentation format
Qualification
Required
2-3 years in manufacturing, warehouse operations, or material handling, with hands-on exposure to PIV operations
Basic Proficiency with operational checks, inventory management, layout design (e.g., lineside/warehouse setups), and tools like Excel and PowerPoint for recording, monitoring, and analyzing data
Strong analytical skills for evaluating processes, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing improvements to streamline material flow and eliminate non value added activities
Excellent collaboration and communication skills for cross-departmental teamwork, including providing feedback in continuous improvement loops
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day
Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day, including over varied and uneven terrain
Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs., including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs
Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install parts
Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours a day
Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures
Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, reflective vest, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines
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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Funding
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$20.12BKey Investors
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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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