Robotics Manufacturing Engineer, Zone Lead, Optimus

TeslaAustinindeedzverejnené 13. 07. 2026
Lead

What to Expect Join us as a Robotics Manufacturing Engineer and help manufacture "the machine that builds the machine." In this role, you'll drive the development of efficient, high-quality manufacturing lines and processes for Optimus and Energy Products at our Fremont factory. From early design through full-scale production, you'll work with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment to shape the future of SI robotics and energy technology.

What You'll Do Develop and validate manufacturing equipment, fixtures, and processes to support early-stage prototype builds

Determine and procure equipment that is necessary for all manufacturing processes used to build the product

Work with equipment integrators to design and manufacture equipment and fixtures for medium to high-volume production

Manage suppliers during specification, design, buyoff and installation of manufacturing equipment

Perform process analysis, DOE, PFMEA, line balancing activities, and capacity modeling/simulation

Provide DFM (design for manufacturability) input to design team for process and yield improvements

Create detailed manufacturing instructions to train technicians and line operators on new processes and equipment

What You'll Bring Solid experience as a hands-on Mechanical/Manufacturing/Design Engineer working on mechanical and/or electromechanical systems

Experience using 2D cad tools for conceptual line design (AutoCAD) and 3D design for mechanical equipment, fixturing, and tooling (SolidWorks or CATIA)

Experience with conveyance, transducer-based fastening systems (Atlas Copco preferred), robotic systems (Fanuc or Kuka preferred), adhesive dispensing, laser welding or automated functional testing

Experience creating technical specifications for automated manufacturing equipment

Experience providing Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Automation (DFA)

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience

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.