Process Engineer, Body in White, Megafactory

Tesla Motors, Inc.
75,600 - 135,000 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Lathrop
Oct 01, 2025
What to Expect The Body in White Process Engineer will drive continuous process improvements for Tesla's commercial-scale energy storage product. Responsibilities include applying lean manufacturing principles to monitor OEE and critical parameters, while driving welding and manufacturing operations enhancements and cost-effective innovations. Daily work is highly collaborative, involving partnerships with quality, controls, equipment, and manufacturing engineering teams, as well as new product introduction, maintenance technicians, and production operators-strong interpersonal skills are essential. The role emphasizes troubleshooting and root cause analysis of fallout, using a first principles and data-driven approach. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented with a strong grasp of the big picture. They must be curious, self-motivated, receptive to feedback, and thrive in an environment where superior work is encouraged, recognized, and rewarded. What You'll Do Owner for OEE metrics. Investigate and implement countermeasures to improve process Cpk and product yield Train associates and technicians on new or updated manufacturing instructions Design and execute engineering experiments, analyze data, including but not limited to DOE, GR&R, hypothesis testing or any related statistical tools Lead efforts in lean manufacturing and 5S initiatives Setup and operate welding and joining processes for lab tests and perform welding experiments Interpret welding related process data and troubleshoot welding problems Review and monitor welding procedures, processes, and documentation Managing welding procedure qualifications and generating welding procedures to help the manufacturing and welding teams What You'll Bring Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physical Science or equivalent experience Knowledge in Fanuc Robot programming & handling, WTC Weld Controller, Lincoln power source - Power Wave Substantial knowledge in Resistance Spot Welding (RSW) and GMAW MIG/MAG, Destructive Testing, and Nondestructive Testing Design for Manufacturability experience, Poke Yoke, and elimination of risk with design recommendations quickly.Able to utilize structured problem-solving techniques such as DMAIC, Ishikawa, Five Why (5W) or Eight Disciplines (8D) Experienced with statistical and data analysis tools (SPC, Minitab, JMP, Jupyter Notebooks, MySQL, Python, Jython or similar) Strong knowledge of GD&T, understanding of tolerance stack up. Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics Proven ability to handle multiple priorities with minimal direction contributing to a positive, team-oriented work environment 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: 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 Expected Compensation $75,600 - $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. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.