Tesla · 19 hours ago
Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, Fixtures & Assembly
Sparks, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expTesla is seeking a talented Equipment Engineer to become the subject matter expert on production equipment. The role involves supporting design, development, and installation of new equipment, as well as process improvements and preventative maintenance documentation.
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Responsibilities
Diagnose mechanical equipment failures, finds root cause, and communicates actions taken to the rest of the team
Become Expert Level Trainer on all technical measuring devices in assigned area and be responsible for the level of knowledge of Senior Technicians
Takes initiative to create, implement and improve PM and MI documents
Support and advise on equipment repairs and rebuilds, (some weekends and holidays required)
Participate in spare part analysis and inventory development, cost reduction and process improvement
Work with Manufacturing, Process, Quality Engineering and other cross functional groups to resolve maintenance issues, improve equipment reliability, review procedures, and minimize equipment downtime
Investigate and implement countermeasures to prevent repetitive failures
Design and Implement Safety and Equipment Reliability Improvement Projects
Develop business cases for continuous improvement projects and equipment acquisitions
Qualification
Required
Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Robotics Engineering, or equivalent experience
3+ years of experience performing similar work (automotive industry experience preferred)
Expertise in automation which includes industrial robots and controls systems
Experience in, 3D CAD software (Solidworks, ProE, Unigraphics, etc.)
Familiarity with designing any or all of the following: mobile & stationary material handling equipment, towed dollies, racks, stands, lift-assists, and end-of-arm tools
Good understanding of GD&T as well as weld symbols
Work efficiently and productively both independently and in team settings
Communicate clearly using excellent written and verbal skills
Demonstrate talent for conceiving efficient design solutions to complex engineering challenges
Knowledge of relevant manufacturing processes and a variety of engineering materials, fastening methods
Preferred
automotive industry experience
Benefits
Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$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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