Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, General Assembly

$116,000 - $174,000/Yr

Tesla - Fremont, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Fremont, CA

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer for General Assembly is responsible for managing the introduction of new manufacturing equipment and processes, as well as improving existing equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role involves collaboration with various departments to ensure successful project execution from concept to full production, requiring strong engineering skills and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, procure, and fully commission manufacturing equipment including stakeholder buy-in, RFQ, vendor selection, and project workflow approvals.
• Ensure thorough equipment validation and production startup through FAT, SAT, OEE, and complete technical documentation.
• Provide detailed assessments and critical Design For Manufacture (DFM) reviews of Product, Process, and Tooling designs.
• Define and achieve OEE, throughput, and cycle time during project execution.
• Lead internal and external GA projects with tooling design and reviews.
• Create and provide Process sheets, Work instructions, Maintenance instructions, and Manufacturing BOM for training production and maintenance teams.
• Study technologies to an expert level and lead new implementations.
• Develop business cases and ROI studies, communicating project justifications to senior leadership.
• Provide technical support, leadership, and training to engineers and cross-departmental teams.
• Work hands-on in a production environment to understand scope and impact of changes.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or proven equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience designing, implementing, and optimizing complex manual and automated manufacturing equipment & processes, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Ability to work independently with concepts and documentation from prototype to sustaining activities.
• Familiarity with assembly processes, technologies, and platforms, including their capabilities and limitations.
• Extensive proficiency with 3D (SolidWorks, 3Dx, Catia) and 2D CAD (AutoCAD) platforms.
• Proven interpersonal skills and ability to resolve conflict within a large group.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours and schedules as required.

Benefits

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution options
• Company Paid HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plans
• 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)
• Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits including critical illness and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program