Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Pretreatment & Electrodeposition
What to Expect
What You'll Do
What You'll Bring
Compensation and Benefits
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.
Tesla’s Manufacturing Engineering team is at the forefront of developing first-of-a-kind processes which allow us to produce amazing vehicles at best-in-class quality and rate in a safe and ergonomic environment. The Coatings team is seeking a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer for Pretreatment & Electrodeposition Engineering and Design (PTED). You will design and develop technically complex PTED systems for coating applications, which includes process development, specification, validation, establishing and optimization of critical process parameters, design for manufacturing, equipment specification and design, as well as installation and commissioning.
In this role, you will work closely with internal cross-functional teams, external vendor & technology partners on process development from concept to production. This role requires a thorough understanding of Manufacturing Engineering fundamentals and substantial skills with 2D or 3D CAD software. It is critical for a successful applicant to solve problems using first principles analysis and exercise aggressive design optimization.
What You'll Do
- Lead PTED engineering from concept to production, developing optimized Pretreatment and Electrocoat systems to streamline manufacturing
- Research and develop novel pretreatment and anti-corrosion technologies, optimizing equipment design, materials, and simulation methods
- Analyze chemical consumption, heat requirements, flow rates, deposition rates, corrosion resistance, and adhesion performance
- Utilize CFD software for fluid dynamics, drainage, spray coverage, throw power, and coating thickness optimization
- Design and develop PTED systems compliant with safety regulations, hazard classifications, fire codes, and mechanical codes
- Specify and select filtration and ventilation systems to maintain process quality and control environment
- Manage large-scale projects, including timing plans, cost analysis, risk mitigation, executive reporting, and commissioning of manufacturing lines
What You'll Bring
- Degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Chemical preferred), or equivalent experience
- Experience with functional/aesthetic coating processes, including automotive paint and powder coating
- Skilled in DOE development, execution, and result interpretation for process optimization
- Knowledge of hazardous area classification, fire and mechanical codes, filtration, and ventilation systems for process quality
- Proficient in pressure drop calculations, application flow rates, piping system design, and mechanical equipment design in CAD
- Expertise in 2D/3D modeling software (Catia, SolidWorks, Inventor, ProE, AutoCAD) and CFD software (Ansys, Autodesk CFD)
- Familiar with automation systems, including HMI, SCADA, Siemens/Allen Bradley PLCs, and PFMEA development
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:
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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
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.