Sr. Robotics Manufacturing Engineer, Rotor, Optimus

Description:
Tesla is seeking a Sr. Robotics Manufacturing Engineer to pioneer groundbreaking processes and high-volume automation systems for Tesla’s Rotor Manufacturing division. This role involves designing and deploying next-generation production lines that push the boundaries of physics, cycle times, and automation capabilities to scale Tesla’s most ambitious projects, including the Optimus humanoid robot.
You’ll work at the intersection of innovation and execution, collaborating with Tesla’s cross-functional teams across Product Design, Factory Operations, Global Supply Management, and internal or third-party equipment vendors to develop world-class machines and processes. You will assume full ownership of the equipment design, development, and optimization, ensuring it meets Tesla’s rigorous standards for safety, quality, and scalability while aggressively driving down manufacturing costs through cutting-edge automation.
This position demands relentless curiosity, a passion for solving “impossible” challenges, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment where you’ll leave a legacy of transformational engineering.

Responsibilities:
Develop new highly automated manufacturing lines from concept to production

Engineer novel manufacturing processes for production, focusing on precision, speed, and cost efficiency at scale

Aggressively reduce costs by designing solutions that minimize material waste, energy consumption, and labor content

Lead validation of production processes and automated inspection tools

Own end-to-end project execution, from concept development and supplier coordination to installation, ramp, and continuous process improvement

Requirements:
Strong hands-on experience with high-volume and pilot manufacturing

Proven track record of data driven methodology to solve complex problems

Mastery of 3D and 2D CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD or equivalent)

Manufacturing process development, specification and evaluation experience

Experience directing complex engineering project efforts

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience

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