Engineering Technician, Cell Manufacturing

Description:
Tesla is seeking Engineering Technicians to join our Cell Manufacturing production team. You will be part of a production team that supports the development of Cell Manufacturing technology and Tabless operations. You will have the opportunity to contribute to both process development and equipment improvement. A strong drive to learn new skills and acquire knowledge will enhance your ability to support production operations while your flexibility and communication skills will enhance your ability to be a team player.

Responsibilities:
Support engineering activities including process and equipment validations, yield improvement DOEs, quality validations, and NPI trials

Operate and troubleshoot manufacturing processes using data querying and analysis skills

Write and update Manufacturing Instructions (MI), and help to develop, maintain, and implement process changes, change alerts, and control plans

Record production issues and trial runs with high attention to detail, communicating exact problems and outcomes in comprehensive yield reports

Train and provide leadership for production associates and manufacturing technicians on equipment operation, process troubleshooting, and processes

Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to sustain key process metrics and establish a feedback loop for continuous improvement

Proactively identify gaps and lead DMAIC projects to improve yield, quality and drive issue resolution from root-cause analysis to countermeasure implementation

Requirements:
Degree in Engineering Technology discipline or equivalent experience
1-2+ years of hands-on experience in a production or manufacturing setting
Ability to analyze data, interpret dashboards, and drive actions to resolve issues
Experience with roll-to-roll manufacturing, laser ablation, or welding applications is a plus
Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across diverse functional groups
Strong passion for problem-solving and continuously improving quality standards
Knowledge of Lithium-Ion battery manufacturing, SQL, Python, Minitab, or JMP is a plu

Compensation & 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 services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation
$24.40 - $56.40/hour + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.