Robotics Manufacturing Engineer, Zone Lead, Optimus

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 AI 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

Compensation and 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