Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Coatings, Process Development

at  Tesla

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What to Expect
Tesla’s Manufacturing Engineering team is at the forefront of developing first-of-a-kind processes which allow us to produce amazing vehicles at best-in-class quality and rate; in a safe and ergonomic environment. The Coatings group is seeking a Sr Manufacturing Engineer to lead the design and development of novel coating processes used in the manufacture of our products, which includes specification and validation, establishing and optimization of critical process parameters, design for manufacturing, equipment specification and design, as well as installation and commissioning. The candidate will work closely with internal cross-functional teams, external vendors and technology partners on process development from concept to production.

What You’ll Do

• Lead cross-functional collaboration and build relationships across the organization through coordination with other process, equipment, mechanical, electrical and support disciplines including project managers, manufacturing reps, and other stakeholders.
• Analyze to understand the cost of a process per unit of production and drive the development for process which will yield the greatest benefit.
• Lead product design for manufacturability (DFM) and sustainability, including analysis of product design and identification of potential risks to the process and steering product design to the lowest overall cost (BOM cost + manufacturing cost).
• Document product requirements for process and equipment specification
• Develop advanced processing technologies and equipment from concept to serial production.
• Detailed line design based on process requirements, throughput and OEE calculations.
• Lead process qualification, including development of acceptance testing criteria and verifying process/equipment meets requirements using statistical tools (such as GR&R, SPC and Cp/Cpk)
• Manage large-scale projects for new programs, including the development of timing plans and cost breakdowns for executive approval, identification of risks to project timing driving corrective action, reporting of project status to executive team, and oversight of installation and commissioning of new manufacturing lines

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s in engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Mechatronics or Chemical preferred), 5 years related experience in a technology-based industry, where automated methods are utilized in the finishing/coating of consumer products, or equivalent
• Experience working with or developing novel processes with little to no industry precedence.
• Experience with developing, installing, and commissioning high-volume process equipment & automation systems, including coil coating/lamination, in-mold lamination/decoration, conveyors, robotics, pre-treatment and e-coat equipment, paint/powder application equipment, booths and ovens
• Experience in developing, executing and interpreting results of Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Experience using Industrial Engineering methods working in high-volume manufacturing processes.
• Proficient in using Catia, SolidWorks, Inventor, and/or AutoCAD & automation software
• Proficient in the development and deployment of PFMEAs, new product introduction and manufacturing operations experience desired
• Mastery of MS Office suite, Confluence, Jira etc
• Travel required ~ 25%

Compensation and Benefits
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
$80,000 - $258,000/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.

• Lead cross-functional collaboration and build relationships across the organization through coordination with other process, equipment, mechanical, electrical and support disciplines including project managers, manufacturing reps, and other stakeholders.
• Analyze to understand the cost of a process per unit of production and drive the development for process which will yield the greatest benefit.
• Lead product design for manufacturability (DFM) and sustainability, including analysis of product design and identification of potential risks to the process and steering product design to the lowest overall cost (BOM cost + manufacturing cost).
• Document product requirements for process and equipment specification
• Develop advanced processing technologies and equipment from concept to serial production.
• Detailed line design based on process requirements, throughput and OEE calculations.
• Lead process qualification, including development of acceptance testing criteria and verifying process/equipment meets requirements using statistical tools (such as GR&R, SPC and Cp/Cpk)
• Manage large-scale projects for new programs, including the development of timing plans and cost breakdowns for executive approval, identification of risks to project timing driving corrective action, reporting of project status to executive team, and oversight of installation and commissioning of new manufacturing line