Process Engineer, Body in White

Process Engineer, Body in White Tesla Motors, Inc. 93,600 - 140,400 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Lathrop May 17, 2026
What to Expect The Process Engineer will be responsible for sustaining and continuously improving manual and semi-automated manufacturing processes across Body In White operations at Tesla Megafactory. This role focuses on process execution, manufacturing standards, operator tooling, manufacturing instructions, and salable production methods to ensure safe, repeatable, and high-quality manufacturing. The engineer will partner closely with Production, Quality, Equipment Engineering, Design, EHS to develop robust manufacturing methos, optimize operator workflows, reduce process variation, and improve overall production efficiency. This role will have strong ownership of process standardization, manufacturing documentation, ergonomics, and production readiness. The ideal candidate is highly collaborative, detail-oriented, data-driven, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with aggressive production goals and continuous improvement expectations. What You'll Do Own and improve manual and semi-automated manufacturing processes across Body in White operations. Develop scalable production methods focused on safety, quality, repeatability, and efficiency Analyze and optimize labor balance, workstation design, material flow, and operator work content. Create, validate, and maintain Manufacturing Instructions, standardized work, routings, and process documentation Ensure manufacturing standards accurately reflect engineering intent, product changes, and production best practices. Drive implementation of Engineering Changes into production processes and manufacturing documentation Define and improve hand tools, fixtures, workstation layouts, and operator interfaces to improve safety, accessibility, and repeatability. Drive ergonomic improvements to reduce variation and improve manufacturing consistency Partner with EHS and Production teams to optimize workstation safety and usability. Partner with Production, Quality, Equipment Engineering, Design, and NPI teams to support new product introduction, process changes, and sustaining manufacturing Support line launches, ramp activities, and manufacturing readiness efforts Develop and document rework procedures and troubleshooting guidance for manufacturing proceses What You'll Bring
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent experience
3+ years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, preferably within automotive, energy, or automated production systems
Experience developing, implementing, and sustaining welding manufacturing processes, standardized work, and production methods
Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, including waste reduction, line balancing, workstation optimization, and process flow improvements. Strong problem-solving skills with experience utilizing structured methodologies such as DMAIC, Ishikawa, 5 Why, PFMEA, and 8D
Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity and cost reduction
Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI), line launches, sustaining engineering, or manufacturing ramp activities preferred
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, process documentation, and manufacturing requirements
Experience using data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent preferred
Self-driven, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Ability to support 24/7 production operations as required 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
$93,600 - $140,400/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.