Associate Laser Welding Engineer, Cell Manufacturing

Full-time - Entry Level

Austin, TX

Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers

About the position

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated (Associate) Manufacturing Engineer to commission, troubleshoot and ramp automation equipment. The engineer also refine and innovate processes. This role is with the Cell Manufacturing Engineering, Tabless - 'Welder' team. This engineer will lead the early lifecycle of highly complex and hi-volume manufacturing equipment: from power-On to validation, and will spend a significant portion of his/her time on the production floor. The equipment will include diverse processes such as laser welding, hi-speed pick and place, automated transport, computer vision, insertions and pressing, etc. to name a few.

Responsibilities

• Commission, validate with statistics, and ramp up hi-volume automation equipment
• Troubleshoot equipment and tune processes as necessary; involves running equipment
• Perform experiments to iterate through new process or to improve existing processes
• Analyze and visualize production and trial data; present conclusions to cross-functional teams
• Generate equipment specifications, manufacturing instructions, and other documentation
• Collaborate with Production Engineering, Quality and NPI teams on yield, quality and machine availability
• Communicate and coordinate installations and upgrades with vendors and internal suppliers

Requirements

• Degree or relevant experience in Manufacturing/ Mechanical/ Mechatronics Engineering; Industrial or Chemical Engineering with the right experience are also welcome
• Exposure to hi-volume manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience: electromechanical prototyping, or troubleshooting
• Experience with data analysis, and knowledge of quality concepts (SPC, capability)
• CAD software and mechanical design know-how, with GD&T basics
• Basic knowledge of electrical circuits, and ability to read schematics