Tesla · 1 day ago
Pilot Process Engineer, Model Y, General Assembly
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelTesla is seeking a Pilot Process Engineer for the Model Y in General Assembly. This role involves designing, testing, and optimizing production methodologies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient integration of new products into existing operations.
EnergyElectric VehicleTransportationManufacturingRenewable EnergyAutomotive
Responsibilities
Develop expertise in manufacturing processes
Analyze and optimize production processes to ensure safety while maximizing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
Work directly with Design engineering to implement design improvement
Responsible for diagnosing issues found during the part manufacturing process and drive corrective action back to source
Analyze data from various sources to identify trends in build quality and efficiency
Perform supporting activities for engineering and manufacturing including 5S and Lean manufacturing activities
Monitor and reduce process variation using techniques such as Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA)
Create and maintain Manufacturing Instructions, routings, and associated processes
Support 24 by 7 production operations
Qualification
Required
Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
Experience developing and improving process by demonstrating a track record of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) improvement activities
Strong understanding of Bill of Materials, Manufacturing Execution System, Specification Management, Change Point Management
Data collection and analysis experience with the ability to develop data driven root cause analyses and solutions
Strong problem solving skills and an aptitude for learning systems quickly by utilizing structured problem solving techniques such as DMAIC, Ishikawa, FiveWhy (5W) or Eight Disciplines (8D)
Knowledge of Statistical Process Control and its application
Strong ability to work and communicate effectively with team and peers within a manufacturing and engineering organization
Creative capacity for developing new ways to do things better, cheaper, faster in alignment with the Tesla approach to revolutionary product development
Passion for making fantastic new products and using testing as a means to enable an engineering organization to achieve outstanding quality, reliability and excellence
Enthusiasm for complete and total ownership of the problem solving process and willingness to drive action against issues that may only impact your lines
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.
Founded in 2003
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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