Manufacturing Development Engineer

What to Expect Tesla Gigafactory New York is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead the design & development of innovative automation equipment & manufacturing processes. In this role, you will own the execution of design, prototyping, & launch of multiple automation projects for medium to high-volume manufacturing lines. In these pursuits, you will collaborate closely with Design, Controls, Production, Quality, Facilities, & Safety Engineering Teams to create world class manufacturing systems. This will require you to have experience with mechanical design, electrical & controls systems, project management, root cause analysis, and cross functional communication. This is an exciting opportunity to push the boundaries of manufacturing performance, efficiency, and reliability across multiple energy products / lines.

What You'll Do

• Pioneer Next-Generation Automation Systems - Lead the conceptualization, design, and implementation of cutting-edge automated manufacturing solutions that integrate industrial robotics, vision systems, & precision motion control for process optimization. Architect complete automation ecosystems with exceptional reliability and scalability
• Implement Advanced Control & Monitoring Systems - Develop integrated robust electrical controls using Siemens or Allen-Bradley PLCs, communication protocols, and HMI's with real-time monitoring capabilities, while leveraging data sources to quantitatively evaluate system performance
• Program & Integrate Robotic Systems - Experience with industrial robot programming and integration to enhance automation capabilities and production efficiency
• Drive Mechanical Design Excellence - Create 3D parts and assemblies, and 2D drawings using GD&T principles, while providing Design for Manufacturing feedback to enhance automation capabilities
• Perform Failure Mode Analysis - Experience with both Product & Manufacturing process failure mode analysis (PFMEA) as well as design failure mode analysis (DFMEA)
• Demonstrate Project Management Excellence - Set goals, track deliverables, identify risks and drive mitigations across all project stages while managing timelines, budgets, and resources; own execution of multiple programs simultaneously and develop processes / systems needed for teams to succeed
• Optimize Automated Manufacturing Processes - Analyze and optimize equipment cycle times across low, medium, and high-volume manufacturing processes, balance automation based on ROI, strategize material flow, and ensure adequate WIP buffering for production uptime
• Create Detailed Technical Documentation - Demonstrate proficiency in creating detailed electrical and fluid schematics, MBOM / EBOM, and manuals to define preventive maintenance, spare parts consumption and troubleshooting for efficient handover
• Ensure Safety & Compliance in Automated Systems - Work with EHS teams to review equipment requirements, compile risk assessments, and integrate safety devices into automated manufacturing stations while adhering to electrical safety standards
• Manage Automation Vendor Relationships - Create RFQs with procurement teams, manage suppliers during specification through installation phases, and lead factory / site acceptance testing (FAT / SAT) for automated equipment

What You'll Bring

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 :

plan options with $0 payroll deduction

Expected Compensation

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. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.