Tesla · 1 month ago
Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Chassis Controls & PCBA
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$86K/yr - $197K/yr
5+ years expTesla is seeking a highly motivated Engineer to source and industrialize suppliers for Chassis control systems, with a strong focus on PCBA-based electronic control assemblies used in steering and braking applications. The Supplier Industrialization Engineer will work closely with Tesla Hardware, Firmware, and Manufacturing Engineering teams to audit, develop, and streamline PCBA manufacturing, assembly, and test processes at supplier plants.
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Responsibilities
Perform Design for Manufacturing (DfM) on chassis-control PCBAs using DFM tools (e.g., Valor, Vayo) and provide clear design guidance to Tesla engineering teams
Act as the PCBA manufacturing expert within the Chassis Controls SIE team, covering SMT, reflow, conformal coating, underfill, washing, press-fit, pin insertion, and depanelization
Drive Contract Manufacturers (CMs) on quality, responsiveness, cost, and process efficiency
Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) activities at suppliers, acting as critical-to-quality (CTQ) owner for PCBA manufacturing and test readiness
Define and review PCBA line layout, capacity, and cycle time, driving process flow improvements to meet Tesla volume and scalability requirements
Participate in supplier quotations by providing technical input on PCBA process capability, automation level, test coverage, and line setup
Own supplier quality performance, including field and factory issues, by driving Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) and validating sustainable corrective actions
Audit suppliers onsite and lead process improvements to meet Tesla’s manufacturing, quality, and traceability requirements
Collaborate with other Chassis Controls SIEs supporting motors, powerpacks, and mechanical assemblies to ensure end-to-end system readiness
Qualification
Required
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience in PCBA manufacturing, supplier quality, or manufacturing engineering
Strong hands-on knowledge of SMT and PCBA processes, including Reflow, THT, conformal coating, underfill, washing, Press-fit and pin insertion, ICT, functional test, and EOL validation
Solid experience launching NPIs, managing suppliers through APQP / PPAP, and driving ramp to production
Proficiency with problem-solving tools such as RCCA, Fishbone, process mapping, and 5S
Ability to balance technical depth and supplier leadership, influencing suppliers at both engineering and management levels
Strong project management and communication skills
Willingness to travel internationally (30–40%, sometimes on short notice)
Excellent spoken and written English
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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