Sr. Equipment Engineer, Data Center Manufacturing

Description:
Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Sr. Equipment Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams responsible for designing and producing exciting new technologies. The Sr. Equipment Engineer will be responsible for sustaining, improving, designing, and/or sourcing tooling and equipment. This role requires hands-on involvement on the manufacturing line and emphasizes analytical abilities, organization skills, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities:
Develop expertise in manufacturing processes, analyze critical data, and understand equipment capabilities. Modify line layouts using Lean Manufacturing best practices to optimize material flow, waste reduction, and ergonomics. Participate in the transition of products from concept to mass manufacturing. Optimize production equipment to maximize safety and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), driving world-class quality levels. Lead continuous improvement projects to increase yield, capacity, and capability
Design new tooling, fixtures, assembly aids, and equipment to enhance processes and yield. Conceptualize high-volume production equipment, prioritizing safety, cost, capacity, volumetric efficiency, and delivery time
Diagnose and resolve issues in the part manufacturing process, utilizing structured problem-solving techniques
Create documentation such as BOMs, schematics, maintenance guides, and operator manuals
Identify automation opportunities and collaborate with Automation/Control Engineers for design and implementation
Provide DFM (design for manufacturability) input to design team for process and yield improvements
Support 24/7 production operations as needed

Requirements:
Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Robotics engineering, or equivalent relevant experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including exposure to safety best practices
Experience with Robot program troubleshooting. Working experience with data visualization tools such as SQL and Python
Understanding of automation control systems PLC/HMI/SCADA (preferably Siemens with TIA portal and Ignition) and interfaces with software and factory databases
Strong mechanical design and analysis skills, including pneumatics, sensors, motors, pumps, and actuators

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