Metrology Specialist, Optimus

Tesla

Fremont, California Posted October 26, 2026

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On-site Full-time Senior
Job Description

Description:
The Metrology Specialist will ensure that incoming and in-process material meet company specification requirements, by performing inspections of individual components, stampings, castings, and supplier parts related to the Tesla Powertrain. The effective candidate must have the ability to meet tight deadlines, have strong interpersonal and communication skills, be detail oriented, and can work independently. Candidates must establish and maintain a professional working relationship with external and internal teams at all levels across the company. Candidates need to be able to balance multiple projects requiring varying skill sets in highly dynamic and diverse working environment. They must be able to work independently, but also be a top contributor in small and large groups. The Metrology Specialist will work closely with Quality Engineering to provide reports, charts, graphs, etc. to monitor and improve product quality.

Responsibilities:
Operation of Portable CMM equipment to support monitoring of production processes, commissioning of new productions and root cause activities
Experience with Polyworks to carry out portable special measurement requests, portable tooling measurements within the production line
CATIA or 3D CAD experience to work with native files as well as STEP and IGES to compare collected measurement data to nominal condition
Liaise with Engineering and Manufacturing functions to understand measurement requirement for special investigations, developing correct datum scheme, collection of scan data and detailed reports to communicate key findings
Certify fixtures in production line according to calibration schedule and report data comparing to historical measurements

Requirements:
Inspection Experience; experience using Polyworks, CAD: CATIA or 3D CAD
3 - 5 years’ experience in a Manufacturing Quality Control environment
Previous mechanical inspection background with ability to use structured light scanning systems, laser trackers and/or FARO arms preferred
Ability to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings
Ability to use calipers, micrometers, height gage, etc.
Understanding of GD&T
Versed in Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.

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
$30.50 - $44.84/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.

Required Skills
communication CATIA manufacturing quality assurance Excel PowerPoint compensation
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