Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, General Assembly & Test, Optimus

Position: Sr. Staff Manufacturing Engineer, General Assembly & Test, Optimus
What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Sr. Staff Manufacturing Engineer to build and lead a team of engineers focused on high-volume production launches. This role will drive the development of scalable manufacturing systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize product designs for manufacturability, accelerate assembly processes, and implement automation solutions. In this fast-paced, demanding environment, you'll play a pivotal role in scaling Tesla's AI robotics initiatives while advancing our mission to achieve sustainable abundance through innovative manufacturing practices.

What You'll Do

* Lead Manufacturing Engineering Team:
Build, mentor, and scale high-performing teams to design and deploy high-volume production systems, ensuring alignment with Tesla's speed and quality objectives

* Collaborate with Equipment Suppliers:
Partner with internal and external suppliers to engineer, install, and validate production equipment, accelerating line ramp-up to meet volume targets

* Validate Requirements and Constraints:
Use first principles analysis to rigorously assess product and process requirements, eliminating ambiguity and ensuring all elements are purpose-driven and essential

* Optimize Production Processes:
Identify and remove non-value-added steps in workflows, prioritizing functional simplicity before pursuing automation or advanced optimization

* Improve Cycle Time:
Analyze production bottlenecks and implement solutions to increase process speed, throughput, and overall line efficiency

* Deploy Automation Solutions:
Strategically integrate automation as a final step after process simplification, ensuring systems are robust, high-speed, and scalable

* Ensure Seamless Operational Transitions:
Coordinate with operations teams during ramp-up phases, delivering detailed documentation and training to sustain engineering teams for long-term success

What You'll Bring

* First Principles Thinking: A rigorous mindset focused on breaking down complex problems to their fundamental truths, enabling innovative solutions to manufacturing challenges

* Proficiency in CAD tools (Catia and AutoCAD preferred) for designing and optimizing production systems

* Deep knowledge of mechanical assembly techniques (pressing, fastening, harnessing, etc.) and electrical integration, including quality control matrices, testing protocols, and troubleshooting methodologies

* Familiarity with torque tools, automation equipment, control systems, and communication protocols (e.g., PLC, HMI, SCADA)

* Production Transition

Experience:

Demonstrated success in scaling products from prototype to high-volume production, ensuring seamless handover to sustaining teams

* Resilience & Adaptability:
Ability to thrive in high-pressure environments while managing competing priorities and tight deadlines

* Communication & Organization:
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, paired with meticulous attention to detail and a highly organized approach to documentation and process handover

* Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering, or equivalent experience

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

* Medical plans  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 Accounts) 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 (90 day waiting period)

* Employee Assistance Program

* Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays

* Back-up childcare and parenting support resources

* Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal…