Dimensional Process Engineer, Final Line, Body in White

We are seeking a highly motivated and proficient BIW Dimensional Process Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team, with a distinct focus on Final line within the body shop and supporting fit and finish concerns throughout the GA process. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in elevating the quality of our vehicles' exterior by designing and implementing jigs, fixtures, and gauges to improve fit and repeatability. Your deep understanding of GD&T, CATIA, and cross-functional collaboration will be vital in achieving superior fit and finish across our production line.

- Deliver reports on performance metrics, critical issue status, and dimensional specification compliance to executive management, enabling informed decision-making at the highest level
- Lead efforts in improving fit and finish across the final line, employing data-driven insights to enhance repeatability and working closely with the body shop team to identify opportunities for improvement
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand the challenges faced by fitters; initiate and drive meetings to gather insights and requirements, and design strategies that simplify their work and improve final assembly quality
- Utilize expertise in GD&T and CATIA to design, modify, and implement jigs, fixtures, and gauges that enhance fit and repeatability; develop and maintain control plans to achieve superior fit and finish results
- Develop, validate, and incorporate total vehicle Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) requirements, ensuring dimensional aspects meet or exceed expectations through active participation in design and process reviews
- Collaborate closely with the quality team to identify fit and finish issues in closures and other components, engineering solutions that enhance overall quality
- Partner with suppliers and manufacturing teams to implement innovative tooling techniques and solutions that drive fit and finish excellence
- Develop and execute measurement plans for prototype and production body components, leveraging metrology software to create and analyze measurement reports that drive process enhancements
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of comprehensive process documentation, standard operating procedures, and work instructions related to fit and finish enhancement
- Continuously assess industry best practices, emerging technologies, and new methodologies including Design for Manufacturing, packaging, and continuous improvement to incorporate into fit and finish initiatives

- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience
- Demonstrated experience (3 years) in automotive BIW engineering, with a strong emphasis on fit and finish enhancement for body components
- Proficiency in GD&T principles, measurement techniques, and CATIA for designing and modifying tooling
- Exceptional problem-solving skills, with a proven track record of designing jigs, fixtures, and gauges to improve fit and repeatability
- Solid understanding of manufacturing processes related to sheet metal forming, assembly, and welding, with a focus on achieving exceptional fit and finish results
- Effective communication skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, suppliers, and stakeholders
- Proficiency in problem-solving methodologies, with a demonstrated ability to identify root causes and lead corrective actions

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
- Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)
Expected Compensation $109,600 - $195,600/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.