Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Drive Unit/Busbars

Tesla's Supplier Industrialization Engineer team is responsible for component quality control, manufacturing process development, and production of parts related to our vehicles, Tesla Energy, batteries, and other critical components. We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Supplier Industrialization Engineer (SIE) to support our supply chain teams and manufacturing partners on drive unit related components, including Gears, Stator Cores, Busbars, Fasteners, and Assemblies.
This role reports to the SIE Manager and sits within the Supply Chain Organization, supporting NPI development, TQP (Tesla Qualification Process), supplier quality improvement, and cost reduction activities. The SIE will collaborate closely with the Mechanical Engineering team, Gigafactory Material Planning, Quality Assurance, and key suppliers to ensure quality and delivery targets are met.

• Lead supply chain industrialization: plan, organize, and conduct supplier audits to build robust manufacturing, assembly, and quality processes for drive unit commodities (Gears, Stator Cores, Busbars, Fasteners, and Assemblies) from prototype to mass production
• Drive New Product Introduction (NPI) at suppliers: conduct DFM reviews in stamping, welding, and machining processes, and provide materials input for enhanced design, manufacturability, and cost savings
• Facilitate technical communication between suppliers and Tesla teams (Purchasing, Quality, Engineering, and Testing) to define clear specifications and metrics
• Track and improve quality for sustaining products: support continuous improvements (OEE, TPM, Lean, VAVE) while guiding suppliers on efficient, high-quality production to boost scalability and reduce costs
• Resolve supplier quality issues quickly: validate corrective and preventive actions (FACA/SCAR) for design and process problems, ensuring reliable part performance, delivery, and overall reliability
• Collaborate with Tesla Design, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to set performance targets and ensure alignment from NPI through mass production
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in supplier quality, engineering, or manufacturing roles within the automotive industry (OEM or Tier 1 supplier experience preferred), preferably in drive unit or powertrain sectors
• BS/MS in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Materials, or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent experience
• Hands-on knowledge of drive unit commodities: Gears, Stator Cores, Busbars, Fasteners, and Assemblies (e.g. Relay Assembly)
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes including but not limited to Stamping, Welding, and Machining
• Expertise in Quality Systems (PPAP/APQP), GD&T, inspection, Six Sigma, and Lean Manufacturing; Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred
• Strong statistical knowledge and data-driven approach to problem-solving; proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Minitab, JMP, SPSS, or equivalent tools for data analysis.
• Proven leadership in guiding suppliers at management level, with solid project management experience
• Ability to excel in fast-paced settings; effective in building relationships with suppliers, peers, and cross-functional teams while working independently under pressure
• Fluent in English for complex technical communication with global stakeholders
• Comfortable with frequent travel (40–60%), including on short notice
Benefits

In addition to a competitive compensation package, Tesla Taiwan is pleased to offer the following benefits for employees:

- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

- Comprehensive Medical Coverage

- Access to Global Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellbeing Resources

- Employee Vehicle Purchase Program

- Employee Welfare Committee

- Employee Merchandise Discounts

- Celebratory Gifts for Special Occasions

- Employee Referral Program

The Company reserves the right to make changes to the Total Rewards benefits without prior notification/approval from the employees, and such benefits may also be subject to terms and conditions determined by the Company

福利

除了具有競爭力的薪酬方案外，Tesla台灣為員工提供以下福利：

- 員工認股計劃（ESPP)

- 團體醫療保險

- 全球員工協助方案 (EAP) 和協助資源

- 員工購車計劃

- 職工福利委員會

- Eshop精品員工優惠

- 特殊場合的慶祝禮物

- 員工推薦計劃

本公司保留更改福利項目的權利。