Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, Remanufacturing

Tesla • Buffalo, NY

313d • $81,600 - $122,400

About The Position

The Tesla Manufacturing team is seeking a Manufacturing Equipment Engineer to troubleshoot, develop, and optimize equipment, fixtures, and end-of-arm tooling for production. Based at our Buffalo, NY facility, this role ensures the performance, reliability, and continuous improvement of equipment used in Production. The engineer will work with cross-functional teams, manage tooling designs, train technicians, and drive initiatives to maximize overall equipment effectiveness and manufacturing efficiency.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 1-3 years of experience in mechanical/electrical systems and custom machine-building
• Expertise in SolidWorks, automation systems, PLCs, robotics, and electromechanical components
• Familiarity with DFM, OEE, process validation, welding, CNC, and pneumatic systems
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic environment
• Passionate about optimizing manufacturing equipment and processes, and be hands-on in manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert for equipment, troubleshooting issues related to yield, quality, downtime, and safety
• Manage equipment projects from concept to production, including design, validation, and ramp-up
• Design and upgrade tooling, fixtures, and machine stations using SolidWorks, GD&T, and FEA/CFD analyses
• Define requirements for outsourced tooling, collaborate with vendors, and establish Tesla standards
• Use tools like Minitab/JMP for data analysis to improve processes and performance
• Partner with Design, Operations, Safety, Quality, and Process Engineering teams to achieve production goals
• Train technicians on maintenance procedures and downtime recovery best practices

Benefits

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid 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 including 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree