Tesla · 1 day ago
Sr. Laser Process Development Engineer
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$80K/yr - $156K/yr
6+ years expTesla is seeking a highly motivated Senior Laser Process Engineer to develop, engineer and innovate new laser processes and high-volume automation equipment. This role involves taking ownership of new process development and process optimization for pilot-scale and mass production equipment, while collaborating with internal teams to ensure the highest standards of safety, quality, and throughput.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Develop novel laser processes and select laser process equipment
Design and execute experiments to evaluate and optimize laser processes
Analyze process data to identify key parameters, trends, and equipment performance
Develop hypotheses and theories to explain observed process phenomena and validate them through structured experimentation
Perform measurement system analysis (e.g., Gage R&R, bias, linearity) to ensure inspection reliability
Support design, commissioning, and validation of pilot and production equipment
Manage installation, qualification and ramp-up of manufacturing equipment including (but not limited to) systems with laser processes
Collaborate with Production Engineering, EH&S, Quality, Operations and Product Design team drive towards maximum yield, quality, machine availability and output
Generate machine specifications, documentation, and manufacturing instructions
Qualification
Required
Degree or Equivalent Experience in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
6+ years of experience developing processes for pilot and high-volume manufacturing
Experience working with laser processes, equipment, and relevant metrology systems
Demonstrated ability to design and execute experiments, analyze data, and apply structured problem-solving (DOE, FMEA, 5-Why)
Proficiency with SolidWorks or other 3D CAD software
Proven track record of data-driven workflow to solve complex problems
Hands-on experience with automation, sensors, and PLC-controlled equipment
Strong mechanical aptitude, analytical mindset, and ability to translate observations into scalable process improvements
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
Societe GeneraleEuropean UnionPennDOT
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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