Process Engineer, Castings

Overview

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What To Expect:
Lead all process engineering and/or sustaining activities for all parts in production; program, operate and troubleshoot a complete casting cell, must be well versed with all aspects of High-Pressure Die-Casting process.

• Establish, set, and maintain process parameters for High Pressure Diecast Machines in production. Follow up on all equipment issues and ensure normal operation when back in production
• Program robots to establish optimized spray and extraction cycles
• Support process development of all new dies and manage all aspects of process development, optimization, monitoring and sustaining, as an individual contributor or leading a team of process technicians
• Collaborate with Tool & Die team to address all production issues related to Tooling, assist in systematic troubleshooting
• Establish best practices for die spray programming, extraction cycle, while prioritizing maximum yield and uptime. Lead cycle time optimization/reduction and die life improvement effort goals
• Actively participate and contribute to DFM process with Tesla product design and Tooling teams for new and existing parts
• Read simulation reports, understand metal flow and thermal behavior, and provide die design suggestions
• Create process documentation and work instructions as needed, using standard Tesla format. Create, update, track, and close work tickets as needed
• Attend MRB and downtime meeting, lead cross functional teams in making improvements. Apply lean principles and drive continuous improvement activities for dies and processes
• Obtain and review dimensional analysis; implement corrective actions to improve dimensional stability and capability

• Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineer, or equivalent experience
• 4 years’ experience in High Pressure Die-casting for automotive industry. Experience in injection molding may be considered as an alternate with no casting experience
• 4 years’ experience in high pressure diecasting process engineering
• Minimum 2 years’ years or more experience with structural Aluminum components for automotive industry
• Minimum two years’ experience in systematic troubleshooting of casting defects
• Minimum two years’ experience in project management
• Basic proficiency in 3D modeling and flow simulation software
• Knowledge in Lean Manufacturing
• Strong project management skills

Compensation and Benefits

• 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 HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible 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

$68,400 - $135,000/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.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
• Utilities