Supplier Industrialization Engineer, PCBA

Tesla

Palo Alto, California Posted October 29, 2026

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On-site Full-time Mid level
Job Description

Description:
We are looking for a PCBA Supplier Industrialization Engineer to plan, organize, direct and conduct industrialization related activities within the supply chain team. They will also develop, manage, audit, improve and correct supplier planning and execution of component manufacturing and assembly techniques, as well as quality control processes from the advanced development phase to mass production qualification.

Responsibilities:
Perform Design for Manufacturing (DfM) on PCBAs using DFM software such as Valor and Vayo and provide design guidance to Engineering Teams
Drive Contract Manufacturers (CM) on quality, responsiveness, and process efficiency
Own and be responsible for field quality failures through Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs)
Participate in supplier quotations by acting as the technical expert and providing the expert knowledge on PCBA line layout and setup
Determine and manage production line layout capacity by balancing cycle time and driving process flow changes
Audit and improve suppliers onsite to meet Tesla requirements
Act as the critical-to-quality (CTQ) leadership during New Product Introductions (NPIs) for suppliers

Requirements:
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
International travel (up to 40%) is required to engage with manufacturing partners, sometimes on short notice
Experience with Problem Solving tools, including RCCA, Fishbone, Process Mapping, and/or 5 S’s
Solid experience with launching NPIs and project management
Strong knowledge of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
Good working knowledge and understanding on design rules regarding THT, Reflow, Conformal Coating, Underfill, Washing, Press Fit, Pin Insertion, and depanelization
Excellent spoken and written English

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
$88,000 - $198,000/annual salary + 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
supply chain audit manufacturing quality assurance leadership electrical engineering mechanical engineering problem solving project management English
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