Sr. Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Cell Mechanical Components

Tesla's Battery Supplier Industrialization team is responsible for critical component development and qualification activities at suppliers. This role will develop, qualify, scale up and optimize manufacturing process & quality systems for Battery cell mechanical components. In this role, you will work closely with many organizations both internal and external to Tesla, taking new battery cell component designs from initial concept through into full production. The job involves traveling to suppliers in different regions globally and on-the-spot critical decision making.
The battery cell components are safety critical parts in Tesla vehicles and storage systems. This role will have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to our products. The work environment is demanding, fast-paced and incredibly exciting. The ideal candidate should be ready to push their limits, as they join in highly motivated and capable team to make unbelievable things into reality.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for driving production launch readiness, line qualification using TQP (Tesla Qualification Process), and ensuring production & quality targets are met from ramp to sustained production state
• Conduct drawing and CAD reviews with suppliers and engineering teams to ensure proper GD&T callouts are defined, aligned, and system in place to control them
• Drive suppliers for design for manufacturability (DFM) reviews and use data driven approach (DOE, SPC etc.) to establish optimal processing parameters, manufacturing methods, gauging, error-proofing, testing & monitoring
• Guide suppliers on robust tooling development for stamping, casting, and injection molded parts
• Develop supplier's IPQC (in-process), OQC (out-going) quality controls, and ensure alignment with Tesla IQC requirements
• Lead Tesla factory failure analysis and drive supplier root cause corrective actions via SCAR process
• Define metrology requirements and drive metrology tools development and qualification at supplier for robust measurement process
• Provide input on new and alternative materials/processing methods for improved design, manufacturability, and cost reductions

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of experience in cell mechanical component manufacturing (stamping, casting, injection molding, etc.)
• Demonstrated experience in developing and sustaining high volume manufacturing process for multiple mechanical components and sub-assemblies
• Experience in performing complex drawing reviews, GD&T, tolerance stack up and basic CAD skills
• Experience in developing and validating advanced metrology systems
• Proficient in statistical data analysis (SPC, DOE, sampling plans, etc.)
• Excellent team building skills in dealing with suppliers, peers, and other functional areas
• Strong technical writing skills and an ability to explain complex issues in a concise and plain manner
• Ability to communicate and direct supplier activities at the management level
• Ability to travel domestic and international - 30% or more at short notice

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)
• 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

$85,760 - $197,160/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.