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Tesla

Sr. Industrial Engineer, Energy

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What they do

An Industrial Engineer devises ways to make production processes more efficient and less wasteful. Uses technology and engineering to help companies and organizations produce products with efficient use of time, resources, and energy.

$86,360 / year median in Nevada

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Tesla is looking for a highly-motivated and accomplished Industrial Engineer to join Energy Manufacturing team in Nevada. Through a detailed understanding of the factory objectives and extensive collaboration with internal and external teams, you will help optimize our manufacturing and material flow process. This role presents a unique opportunity to contribute to the world-class manufacturing facility in Nevada, working in a demanding and fast-paced environment to improve critical subsystems of an exciting product. Design and improve assembly line layouts, support space, and amenity areas using a combination of quantitative analysis and lean principles Evaluate existing and future state factory layouts and workflows to support footprint expansion and efficient space utilization Deep dive into production assumptions (yield, line speed, equipment availability, cycle time) to identify risks, bottlenecks, and optimization opportunities, transforming raw data into strategic recommendations Develop buffer strategies, shift schedules, and labor models Perform line balancing, WIP management, and headcount optimization to align with takt time and throughput goals Support production planning by modeling throughput capabilities and identifying capacity constraints Lead continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations and apply structured problem-solving methodologies Develop and implement standardized metrics, dashboards, and visualization tools to monitor and drive performance 3+ years of hands-on experience in Industrial Engineering within a manufacturing or supply chain environment (energy, automotive, or warehousing preferred) Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience Proven track record in driving complex engineering projects across cross-functional teams, excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to effectively convey complex ideas across technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience in capacity modeling, simulation (FlexSIM or similar), and operations research Deep familiarity with lean manufacturing, process optimization, work measurement, and line balancing techniques Experience with 2D CAD for layout design, 3D CAD for Process Engineering Support for fixture designs, understanding of automation, semi-automated lines, and robotics Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, SQL, Excel VBA, Python, and data visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) Demonstrated ability to apply lean tools (VSM, 5S, Kaizen, Yamazumi charts) and Six Sigma principles (DMAIC, Control Plans) Experience with WMS or ERP platforms and understanding of master data, BOMs, and MRP logic Provide support to Engineering, Operations, Inventory Control, Production, Quality, Logistics, NPI, Training in all formats dependent on business need and maturity 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

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Other Retirement and Savings
  • Employee Stock Options (ESOs)