Tesla · 2 hours ago
Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Center Console & Door Trim
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelTesla's Supplier Industrialization team is responsible for critical component development and qualification activities at suppliers. The role involves supporting component manufacturing processes and ensuring quality control to deliver high-quality components for Tesla's production processes.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Support critical component development and qualification activities as suppliers
Plan, organize, direct, and conduct industrialization-related activities within the supply chain team
Develop, orchestrate, audit, improve, and correct supplier planning and execution of component manufacturing and assembly techniques, as well as quality control processes from the advanced development phase to mass production qualification
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) at Suppliers
Coordinate supplier improvements in scalability, cost, and quality
Facilitate communication and clarification of technical requirements between suppliers and Tesla Purchasing, Quality, and Design teams
Contribute to supplier audits to ensure their ability to meet part performance, delivery, and reliability expectations
Collaborate with Tesla Design, Quality, and Manufacturing to determine the ideal performance specifications and supplier metrics
Coordinate, track, and improve supplier manufacturing process development and launch readiness for new products and design changes
Guide suppliers in developing exceptionally robust processes and procedures to promote efficient and seamless production of high-quality products
Validate supplier corrective actions involving design or process changes to ensure they are robust, sustainable, and implemented for similar potential concerns across manufacturing lines or suppliers
Qualification
Required
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience
Experience in Quality Systems a plus: PPAP/APQP processes; In-depth knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and inspection
Experience supporting internal product development, supplier setup, and ramp up activities
Strong technical writing ability and an ability to explain complex issues in a concise and plain manner
Must be familiar with SPC and data analysis
Experience with product cycle management experience with suppliers
Requires domestic travel up to 20 % and international travel up to 30 % to visit suppliers
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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