Tesla · 17 hours ago
Supplier Quality Engineer, Energy Mechanical
Lathrop, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$65K/yr - $173K/yr
3+ years expTesla is a leading company in the energy sector, and they are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer for their Energy Mechanical parts team. The role involves managing supplier quality performance, leading cross-functional discussions to resolve quality issues, and ensuring high-quality components are delivered to support Tesla's production processes.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Responsible for supplier quality performance at the Tesla factory through daily onsite work to support data collection, identify failure trends and confirm issue origination with communication to internal and external teams
Lead cross-functional discussions between Suppliers, Supplier Industrialization Engineering, Quality Engineering & Designers for resolution to quality issues related to energy mechanical parts
Engage with Tesla Quality Engineering and Suppliers on issuing Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) – developing short term containment and long-term corrective actions with follow up and management from beginning to end
Diligently drive supplier accountability for part quality issues by effectively managing SCAR related activities including Sorts & Reworks, dispositioning MRB material, issuing chargebacks and validating supplier clean points
Coordinate New Product Introductions (NPI), line trials and samples with factory teams on design changes, sourcing changes and supplier change requests with feedback to suppliers
Support SIE teams for urgent onsite support at supplier sites to correct problems
Drive completion of aging Tesla Qualification Process (TQP) tasks as directed by SIE
Works with Quality Engineer for SCAR Verification of Effectiveness (VOE) and drives closure of SCARs
Owner of RFQ's and contract management - ensure Non-Disclosure Agreements, General Terms & Conditions, Piece Price Agreements, and other related contracts are negotiated, agreed and appropriately documented before business is initiated
Drive negotiation for piece price and product development to ensure that Tesla’s pricing meets best-landed-cost expectations as well as Supplier Industrialization standards of Best-In-Class quality
Qualification
Required
Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience or evidence of exceptional ability
3+ years of experience supporting sheet metal, stamping, machining or similar mechanical fabrication processes in a Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering role
Minimum 1 year experience in Quality Systems (PPAP/APQP), NPI, statistical process control (SPC), inspection methods and specific training or demonstrated success in applying, analyzing, and reviewing quality problem solving methods such as fishbone diagrams, hypothesis testing, DoE and 8D
1 year experience with 3D CAD, DFM, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and Lean Manufacturing a plus
Ability to communicate and direct supplier activities at the management level
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, seeking opportunities to improve processes, part quality and overall efficiency and in a fast-paced environment
Strong technical writing and discussion ability to explain complex issues in a concise and plain manner
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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Chief Financial Officer
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