Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Material Flow Automation, Optimus

What to Expect Tesla is currently seeking a motivated and accomplished Manufacturing Engineer who will lead the design and implementation of automated material handling systems for the cutting-edge Optimus program and world-class factories at Tesla. Material flow delivers several thousands of parts to the right place to produce one intelligent machine: Optimus. The ideal candidate will excel in a demanding, fast-paced environment where they will work as part of a smart, agile, and highly motivated team to accomplish some of the most ambitious projects being attempted in any industry today. This position will be based at Gigafactory Texas, near Austin, TX.

Manufacturing Engineers on the Material Flow Automation team are responsible for developing automated solutions for the efficient and reliable flow of material to Tesla's Optimus manufacturing lines. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for managing and owning automated material handling projects from cradle to grave. This includes concept development, design, installation, commissioning, ramp-up, handover to the production team, and continuous improvement of automated material handling equipment. Systems may include, but are not limited to, high-speed automated conveyance systems, automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), automated lifts, and material handling robot cells for Optimus sub-assemblies, batteries, gears, actuators, and more — connecting shops with work-in-progress and raw material parts.

In addition to owning the design and technical scope of a project, Sr. Manufacturing Engineers provide mentorship and guidance to other engineers and stakeholders within Tesla. Project management functions include managing timelines, budgets, and installation crews, as well as coordinating with internal manufacturing teams and external vendors, and collaborating with factory layout, construction, packaging, and production teams within Tesla. As a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, you will ensure that Material Flow system designs meet Tesla's mission, goals, and objectives. Join us in building the world's most advanced humanoid robot and redefine the future of SI, automation, and manufacturing.

What You'll Do Design automated, high-volume material handling solutions to establish new and improved material flows throughout facilities, including material arrival at docks, automated delivery to line-side locations, material transport between internal manufacturing lines, buffer/storage systems, and robotic material handling solutions

Drive material flow strategies and dynamic, cutting-edge manufacturing systems to build Optimus

Develop analytical models to establish design criteria and overall system performance metrics

Investigate and research advanced technologies to optimize material handling equipment and systems

Lead concept development, detailed engineering design, and collaboration with system build and integration teams

Develop RFQs, technical equipment specifications, procedures, and proper documentation

What You'll Bring Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering , or equivalent experience

5+ years of experience in automated material handling and process equipment design or development, including AS/RS, electric monorail systems (EMS), heavy-duty conveyance, mobile robotics (AGVs or AMRs), and robotic material handling

Knowledge of basic controls and robot systems such as AB/Siemens PLCs, FANUC robots, etc.

Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar modeling software

Ability to lead a project from concept through installation and handover while working in a close-knit team environment

Knowledge of and experience with material flow strategies and dynamic manufacturing systems with MES integration

Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously under high degrees of variation and uncertainty

Knowledge of basic electrical systems, including panels, NEC/NFPA standards, and equipment safety standards is a plus

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

Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.