Manufacturing Engineer, Powertrain Manufacturing Development

Manufacturing Engineer, Powertrain Manufacturing Development Tesla Motors, Inc. 91,600 - 316,800 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Palo Alto Apr 09, 2026
What to Expect
Tesla is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead the development of innovative manufacturing equipment and processes for our high voltage distribution and drive unit assemblies. In this role, you will design and prototype automation equipment to support process validation and pre-production builds while providing essential Design for Manufacturing feedback. As you guide new products from concept to production, your efforts will drive high volume equipment process and design. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate closely with Product Design, Operations, Facilities, Production, and Quality Engineering teams to create products that set industry standards for performance, efficiency, reliability, and production volume, all while solving industry-first challenges. What You'll Do
Develop manufacturing processes for existing and new products
Design automated and semi-automated tooling to support process validation and prototype builds through all phases of the product cycle
Provide Design for Manufacturing feedback to Product Design Engineering
Manage the procurement, construction, and deployment of automated production equipment
Manage suppliers during specification, design, buyoff, and installation of manufacturing equipment
Ramp high volume manufacturing equipment to meet acceptable performance before handoff to operations
Identify and drive continuous improvement and cost reduction programs
Generate and maintain machine documentation
Ability to travel 10% of the time, both domestically and internationally What You'll Bring
Experience in mechanical design of machinery and manufacturing engineering or similar role
Experience designing and prototyping automation tooling for proof of concept or low volume pilot manufacturing lines
Experience with manufacturing processes including fastening, press joining, laser welding, ultrasonic welding, dispense, leak testing, machine vision, and part feeding
Proficiency using 2D & 3D CAD to generate engineering drawings, manufacturing layouts (e.g., Solidworks, Catia, AutoCAD)
Experience working with automation systems, robotics, PLCs, and data collection systems
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience 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 - $316,800/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.