About this role
The manufacturing automation development engineering team is looking for a highly motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to concept, design, build, and ramp custom automated manufacturing equipment for the Optimus Programs at Tesla’s world-class facilities. Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will directly own high-impact projects, developing a new generation of leading-edge manufacturing equipment. The Mechanical Design Engineer works within a cross-functional organization to design, build, validate, and roll-out equipment to the manufacturing production lines.
- Own projects through their entire lifecycle, from initial concept generation through assembly and production bring-up
- Prepare overall machine design concepts for custom designed, special purpose equipment and systems
- Detail machine design of custom automated tooling, fixtures, mechanisms, robotic end of arm tooling
- Detailed engineering analysis of custom mechanical components including hand calcs and FEA
- Selection and integration of commercial components, sensors, servos, pneumatic actuators, etc.
- Conduct design reviews for internal team feedback and for cross-functional presentations
- Be a liaison between product design engineering and manufacturing production departments
- Create detailed drawings and coordinate with internal and external machine shops to fabricate custom machined parts, weldments, and sheet metal components
- Work with technician teams to assemble and commission new equipment, and validate equipment performance and reliability
- Create comprehensive equipment handover packages and system documentation
- Experience with SolidWorks CAD and PDM software
- Experience with automation equipment design and custom machine-building
- Experience with various manufacturing processes (e.g., assembly, fastening, dispensing, laser welding, electrical testing)
- Strong understanding of drafting standards and the application of GD&T (e.g., ASME Y14.5)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience