Tesla · 22 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineer, Drive Unit Inverter
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelTesla is on a mission to transform the world of drive unit inverters, and they are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead the charge. This role involves designing and developing innovative manufacturing processes and equipment for Tesla’s next-generation inverter products, while collaborating with design engineers and leading cross-functional teams to meet high-volume production targets.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Design and develop cutting-edge manufacturing equipment and processes for high-volume production of drive unit inverters
Collaborate with design engineers to ensure Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles are applied to new product designs
Lead the design, development, and deployment of pilot lines, including tool specification, equipment installation, process development, and transition to high-volume production
Work with equipment suppliers and integrators to design and develop custom equipment for pilot and high-volume production
Apply various manufacturing techniques, such as joining (fastening, laser welding, brazing, soldering, adhesive bonding, sintering) and quality assurance methods (vision inspection, leak testing, electrical testing)
Meet high-volume production targets (cycle time, availability, yield, quality, reliability) and drive continuous improvement
Lead cross-functional teams to solve complex problems using data-driven decision making, collaborative leadership, and rigorous problem-solving methods
Qualification
Required
Experience as a Manufacturing Engineer developing and deploying electronics assembly processes in high-volume automated production environments
Proven experience creating technical specifications for automated manufacturing equipment and processes, and driving installation, commissioning, and ramp-up activities
Demonstrated expertise of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Automation (DFA) principles to ensure efficient, high-quality production processes
Proficiency in CAD tools, such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or CATIA for designing mechanical equipment, fixturing, and tooling
Solid grasp of lean and six sigma principles, with experience using tools like DMAIC, RCA, DOE, FMEA, PCA, SPC, and Kaizen
Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret complex data using tools like MySQL, Python, JMP, Tableau to make informed decisions
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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