Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Optimus Hands Process Development Tesla Motors, Inc. 156,000 - 276,000 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Palo Alto Aug 06, 2026
What to Expect
Tesla is seeking a Staff Manufacturing Engineer to spearhead process development for Optimus humanoid robot hands, one of the most complex and critical subsystems in the robot. In this role you will collaborate with Design, Manufacturing Automation, and Production teams to optimize designs for manufacturability, and develop innovative manufacturing processes that will enable high volume production. What You'll Do
Lead early-stage prototyping of new manufacturing processes for robotic hand assemblies
Develop novel processes and equipment concepts that enable step-change improvements in production
Define and validate critical process parameters for entirely new assembly methods
Collaborate with Design teams to co-develop manufacturable new hand architectures
Create and iterate on process recipes, fixtures and test methods in rapid prototyping cycles
Identify and solve fundamental manufacturing constraints to unlock new design possibilities
Document and transfer new processes from prototype to pilot production What You'll Bring
Lead early-stage prototyping of new manufacturing processes for robotic hand assemblies
Develop novel processes and equipment concepts that enable step-change improvements in production
Define and validate critical process parameters for entirely new assembly methods
Collaborate with Design teams to co-develop manufacturable new hand architectures
Create and iterate on process recipes, fixtures and test methods in rapid prototyping cycles
Identify and solve fundamental manufacturing constraints to unlock new design possibilities
Document and transfer new processes from prototype to pilot production 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
$156,000 - $276,000/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.