Manufacturing Engineer, Cell Electrode

Manufacturing Engineer, Cell Electrode Tesla Motors, Inc. 91,600 - 195,600 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Fremont Jun 18, 2026
What to Expect Tesla is looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support production equipment and processes in dry electrode manufacturing lines. You will work closely with Process, Quality, and Production teams to implement continuous improvements to existing equipment. You will also plan and manage new production line installations. The battery cell is a critical component in Tesla vehicles and storage systems, and in this role, you will have opportunity to drive manufacturing costs down while maintaining industry leading product quality. What You'll Do
Prepare equipment documentation packages including 3D models, fabrication drawings, BOM, PFMEA, and Risk Assessments
Write Manufacturing Instructions to document details of equipment setup and function
Assist maintenance and process technicians with timely resolution of line down events
Lead major equipment overhauls during scheduled upgrade campaigns
Drive continuous improvements to increase equipment OEE, safety, ergonomics, and process yield
Create new manufacturing line layouts in collaboration with factory design teams
Write equipment technical specifications and closely collaborate with external OEMs to develop custom equipment
Implement and validate manufacturing equipment upgrades in high-speed production lines What You'll Bring
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
3+ years of engineering experience in an industrial setting
Hands-on experience supporting manufacturing line operation and driving continuous improvement projects
Experience drawing machine or production line layouts in 2D (AutoCAD preferred)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to travel domestically and internationally
Experience designing fixtures and tooling in 3D (SolidWorks preferred)
Experience with new production line launches
Experience with industrial hydraulic systems and best operational practices to maintain such systems Compensation and 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
$91,600 - $195,600/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits Pay 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.