Development Factory Engineering Leader, Cell Manufacturing

Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that manufactures batteries, electric cars, and renewable energy solutions.
$148,000 - $222,000
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Automotive

Description For Development Factory Engineering Leader, Cell Manufacturing

Tesla is seeking a Development Factory Engineering Leader for their Cell Manufacturing division, a crucial role that sits at the heart of their product ecosystem. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead the design and implementation of pilot factories that will shape the future of Tesla's battery cell production. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering, requiring expertise in factory design, process development, and team management. With a competitive salary range of $148,000-$222,000 plus benefits, this position offers the chance to work at Tesla's Fremont facility, contributing to groundbreaking developments in battery technology. The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of factory engineering experience, strong technical capabilities, and excellent leadership skills. They'll work in a fast-paced environment alongside diverse teams, managing pilot factory projects from conception to implementation. Tesla offers comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, 401(k) matching, stock purchase options, and various family-friendly policies. This role represents a unique opportunity to impact the future of sustainable energy while working for one of the world's most innovative companies.

Last updated 2 months ago

Responsibilities For Development Factory Engineering Leader, Cell Manufacturing

  • Lead the design and development of pilot factories for new products and technologies
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize pilot factory requirements
  • Develop and maintain pilot factory designs, including layout, equipment selection, and process flow
  • Design and implement pilot factory systems, including mechanical, electrical, and controls
  • Develop and implement data acquisition and analysis systems
  • Manage a team of development engineers and technicians
  • Develop and maintain budgets and schedules for pilot factory projects
  • Identify and mitigate potential risks and bottlenecks in the development process

Requirements For Development Factory Engineering Leader, Cell Manufacturing

  • 5+ years of experience in factory engineering
  • Strong technical skills in factory design, equipment selection, and process development
  • Excellent communication and project management skills
  • Experience working with lithium-ion cells or high-reliability products
  • Familiarity with safety protocols and regulations
  • Experience with factory design and layout
  • Knowledge of pilot factory operations
  • Experience with data acquisition and analysis systems
  • Strong leadership skills

Benefits For Development Factory Engineering Leader, Cell Manufacturing

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
  • Medical insurance with $0 payroll deduction options
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental and vision plans
  • Company Paid HSA Contribution
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plans
  • Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time
  • Back-up childcare
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts

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