Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Battery Joining Development, Optimus Tesla Motors, Inc. 109,600 - 316,800 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Palo Alto Jul 14, 2026
What to Expect
Tesla is looking to hire a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer to contribute to the analysis and development of structural joining, bonding and forming processes for our cutting-edge battery products. In this role you will drive technological advancement in this discipline as part of a small, specialized team. Battery development is at the heart of our company, and this is an exciting opportunity to work directly on the central challenges with electric vehicles - battery cost and performance. Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will work with a highly motivated team on extremely challenging projects. This role requires domestic and international travel as needed. What You'll Do
Evaluate candidate structural manufacturing process strategies for new high voltage battery products
Provide joining Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Reliability (DFR) input to product designers
Guide cross-functional down-selection of optimal applied process strategy, tech, and product interface definitions
Rigorous process and equipment development to achieve capability, performance, and quality targets
Process validation and optimization from initial prototype builds through release to full-scale production
Drive proof-of-concept to green light new and novel methods, technologies, and suppliers
Evolve the structural manufacturing knowledge base through experiments, standards and benchmarking What You'll Bring
6+ years of engineering, or equivalent relevant experience
Demonstrated experience in the data-driven development and implementation of high-volume structural joining and sealing methods including product interfaces, materials, processes, and equipment (adhesives, potting, sealants, form-in-place gaskets, curing, fastening, riveting, clinching, pressing, hemming, welding,other)
Proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and experimental design
Degree in 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
$109,600 - $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.