Mechanical Design Engineer, Automation

What to Expect

The Manufacturing Automation Development Engineering team is looking for a highly motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to concept, design, build, and ramp custom automated manufacturing equipment at Tesla's world-class facilities. Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will directly own high-impact projects, developing a new generation of leading-edge manufacturing equipment. The mechanical design engineer works within a cross-functional organization to design, build, validate, and roll-out equipment to the manufacturing production lines.

What You'll Do

* Own projects through their entire lifecycle, from initial concept generation through assembly and production bring-up

* Prepare overall machine design concepts for custom designed, special purpose equipment and systems

* Detail machine design of custom automated tooling, fixtures, mechanisms, robotic end of arm tooling

* Detailed engineering analysis of custom mechanical components including hand calcs and FEA

* Selection and integration of commercial components, sensors, servos, pneumatic actuators, etc.

* Conduct design reviews for internal team feedback and for cross-functional presentations

* Be a liaison between product design engineering and manufacturing production departments

* Create detailed drawings and coordinate with internal and external machine shops to fabricate custom machined parts, weldments, and sheet metal components

* Work with technician teams to assemble and commission new equipment, and validate equipment performance and reliability

* Create comprehensive equipment handover packages and system documentation

What You'll Bring

* Experience with Solid Works CAD and PDM software

* Experience with automation equipment design and custom machine building

* Experience with various manufacturing processes (e.g., assembly, fastening, dispensing, laser welding, electrical testing)

* Strong understanding of drafting standards and the application of GD&T (e.g., ASME Y14.5)

* Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience

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Mechanical Design Engineer, Automation

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