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What to Expect This team is responsible for developing, qualifying, and industrializing manufacturing processes for stamping and metal forming — both for new shops and for modifications to existing shops. Through understanding program requirements and collaborating with cross-functional teams, this team ensures processes are capable, integrated, and able to meet Tesla's quality, rate, and cost objectives. Tesla is looking for a highly motivated Manufacturing Process Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can own process design from concept through production. You will use a first-principles approach to define how parts are made — including process parameters, shop layout, warehouse planning, batch size, packaging, and material flow within the shop. What You'll Do Develop, qualify, and optimize stamping and metal forming processes (stamping press, brake press, panel bender, laser) for new shops and for changes to existing shops Define and validate process parameters, dies, tooling, lubrication, and material handling to meet geometry, flatness, edge quality, cycle time, and process capability (Cpk) Plan shop layout, warehouse planning, batch size, packaging, and in-shop material flow so stamping and metal forming run as one capable process Partner with product design, tooling suppliers, quality, and operations on DFM/DFA, PFMEA, equipment/process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), and industrialization of new designs Integrate automation — including robotics, PLCs, sensors, and vision systems — into the process to improve throughput, inspection, and material flow Troubleshoot process, tooling, and automation issues on the production floor; lead root-cause analysis (RCA) and put in permanent fixes that reduce scrap and downtime Drive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma — setup reduction, scrap reduction, yield, and waste minimization Support NPI and production ramp by transferring processes into manufacturing, writing work instructions and process controls, and training operators and technicians Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing engineering on process requirements such as cycle time, layout, and tooling; support RFQs with process input through project phases Coordinate with Mechanical Design, Quality Engineering, and Manufacturing Engineering; ensure processes meet safety, quality, and environmental requirements What You'll Bring Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience Experience with manufacturing process engineering, process lines, and automation; experience with brake presses, panel benders, and lasers is a plus. Experience with layout planning, warehouse planning, material flow, batch size, and packaging Proficiency in CATIA, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD Strong project and vendor management skills Strong understanding of equipment safety and safety compliance Proactive and results-driven in fast-paced, dynamic environments Organized and able to deliver tasks on time under tight deadlines Applies structured problem-solving methods to resolve engineering challenges Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to support equipment supplier visits, trials, and buyoffs 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 Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.