Associate Process Engineer, Production Engineering & Spares

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What to Expect

As a Tesla Associate Process Engineer, you have the important role of designing “The Machine that builds the Machine”. You will work with the cross-functional teams (Design, Quality, Production, Sustaining, and Supply Chain) throughout the entire lifecycle of a product (from initial design through prototype development and into full production) to develop high quality and efficient manufacturing equipment and processes that will produce the power electronics that drive our cars and energy products.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct exploratory studies and analysis to identify assembly processes to meet product requirements, identify critical process parameters and quality attributes, and conduct experiments using Design of Experiments (DOE) methods to determine sensitivity and acceptable process windows
• Develop cause and effect analysis, Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and control plan
• Troubleshoot and identify corrective measure to scrap and yield related fallout. These problems could range in root cause including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, thermal, optical issues
• Conduct Install/qualification of tools including Measurement Systems Analysis (MCA), Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility (GRR), Process Stability and Capability (CP/CPK), and equipment/process matching
• Support execution of statistical process controls (SPC) and create standard operation and maintenance procedures to support the transition to sustainable production
• Execute data driven root cause analysis as part of reject validation and excursion investigations, drive continuous improvement & optimization activities to meet production targets including availability, quality, and performance

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physical Science or other applicable degree (advanced degree preferred) or evidence of exceptional ability, or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment
• Experience with Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), highly preferred
• Experience developing and taking new manufacturing processes and equipment from the prototype stage through high volume production
• Strong working knowledge of Statistical Analysis, Design of Experiments (DOE), Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility (GRR), Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA), Statistical Process Control (SPC) and other Six Sigma Tools
• Clear understanding of manufacturing production metrics, field data, and quality and reliability data
• Able to work under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines of multiple simultaneous projects and challenges
• Hands-on skills with diagnostics software, hardware, tools, instruments, general electromechanical systems and measurement techniques, and multimeters

Compensation and Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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

Expected Compensation

• Associate Process Engineer - $64,600 - $96,900/annual salary
• Process Engineer - $71,400 - $107,100/annual salary
• Sr Process Engineer - $85,000 - $127,500/annual salary
• Staff Process Engineer - $102,000 - $153,000/annual salary
• Sr Staff Process Engineer - $122,400 - $183,600/annual salary
• Principal Process Engineer - $136,000 - $204,000/annual salary

+ cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.