Sr. Project Engineer, New Product Introduction, Data Center Manufacturing

Description:
Tesla seeks a New Product Introduction (NPI) Sr. Project Engineer. This role is pivotal in transitioning prototypes to full-scale production, sustaining product excellence, and implementing improvements for Tesla Energy products. As a key technical leader, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams (safety, design, manufacturing, etc.) to execute product change management, validate systems/parts, and ensure adherence to specifications. Responsibilities include developing testing protocols, conducting trials, documenting results, and refining processes to uphold quality standards. The ideal candidate will identify areas for improvement, establish validation methodologies, and support scalable manufacturing solutions while maintaining rigorous documentation and alignment with Tesla’s mission of delivering high-quality industrial energy storage systems.

Responsibilities:
Lead manufacturing line trials for new products and processes to ensure product specifications and standards are achieved
Manage quality assurance and procedures by testing and validating systems and parts; scope and implement new validation standards, and procedures
Conduct Trial Preparation: Ensure part availability, line readiness, and pre-requisite data obtained and consolidated; Complete trial report: Document observations, analysis, and results, make recommendations as needed and drive solutions
Record all issues found during trials and help drive to closure; Manage trial recovery: Ensure manufacturing lines are validated and/or restored to prior condition post-trial(s). Evaluate the success of each trial (safety, yield, downtime, cost, etc.); Serve as subject matter expert (SME) on trials to ensure proper validation procedures are followed
Become expert level trainer in assigned areas and be responsible for the level of knowledge of shift Technicians; Serve as subject matter expert (SME) on trials to ensure proper validation procedures are followed
Collaborate with variety of cross-functional stakeholders to scope and execute target outcome
Strong ability to work and communicate effectively with team and peers within a manufacturing and engineering organization. This includes excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Lead and provide feedback in change control meetings through first-principles thinking

Requirements:
Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
7+ years of experience in high volume/high complexity manufacturing
Experience in thermal system or liquid cooling technologies preferred
Understanding of manufacturability, process design, process validation, and assembly methods
Strong problem-solving skills and an aptitude for learning systems quickly.  Able to utilize structured problem-solving techniques such as DMAIC, Ishikawa, Five Why (5W) or Eight Disciplines (8D). Able to resolve high level performance issues into addressable actions
Skillful with electrical and computer-based tools, including precision measuring equipment, electrical test equipment, and computer databases. Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, and policies related to specialized projects
Proven ability to operate under pressure with rigid time constraints; exceptional capacity for tracking and managing simultaneous tasks with competing priorities effectively
Strong ability to work and communicate effectively with team and peers within a manufacturing and engineering organization. This includes excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, occasionally requiring extended hours

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