Dimensional Engineer

What to Expect

The Dimensional Engineer will work with Production Teams and report to Dimensional Engineering Manager for Cyber Cab Vehicle. Working closely with Sustaining Engineering to understand, help define and ensure lines are following body accuracy, fit, gap and craftmanship specs. From these key indicators, the candidate will be responsible for drive actions back to body lines.

• Design and implement automated and manual data collection processes
• Act as the specialist in 'applied metrology' and provide support to manufacturing and design areas in the development of appropriate measurement methods, including researching and recommending new technologies, analyzing existing measurement methods, and training as required
• Create and validate Measurement Uncertainty Budgets
• Work closely with Metrology Technicians to obtain necessary data and implement a plan to close any gaps in measurements
• Work with Manufacturing Engineers, Design Engineers, and Quality Engineers to understand their needs and develop measurement techniques, processes and procedures which meet Tesla's requirements
• Provide expertise to support improvement projects (cycle time, efficiency, safety, quality, delivery, etc.)
• Analyze and break down dimensional data to identify the source of problems (Subassembly, Tooling, Supplier part, etc.), Support incoming inspection correlation with various external suppliers
• Provide daily production support on quality concerns and develop and implement short/long-term countermeasures to quality problems while maintaining operational efficiency
• Standardize progress by developing, deploying, and training others on dimensional engineering best practices
• Provide expertise on GD&T best practices and actively work with Quality and Design engineers to make sure that datum scheme and tolerances are accurate for the form, fit and function of the assemblies

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of experience in quality, metrology, or design engineering
• Understanding of GD&T and ability to create datum strategies that minimize tolerance stack-up in critical areas
• Strong mechanical intuition and extensive hands-on experience modifying tooling, fixtures, etc.
• Ability to read, interpret and edit mechanical drawings
• Experienced with CAD design software - CATIA is highly preferred
• Experienced using measurement tools for root cause diagnostics (Faro arm, CMM, 3D scanner, Polyworks, laser tracker, Romer, Checking Fixtures, etc.)

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