What To Expect
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.
What You'll Do
Own projects through their entire lifecycle, from initial concept generation through assembly and production bring-upPrepare overall machine design concepts for custom designed, special purpose equipment and systemsDetail machine design of custom automated tooling, fixtures, mechanisms, robotic end of arm toolingDetailed engineering analysis of custom mechanical components including hand calcs and FEASelection and integration of commercial components, sensors, servos, pneumatic actuators, etc.Conduct design reviews for internal team feedback and for cross-functional presentationsBe a liaison between product design engineering and manufacturing production departmentsCreate detailed drawings and coordinate with internal and external machine shops to fabricate custom machined parts, weldments, and sheet metal componentsWork with technician teams to assemble and commission new equipment, and validate equipment performance and reliabilityCreate comprehensive equipment handover packages and system documentation
What You'll Bring
Experience with SolidWorks CAD and PDM softwareExperience with automation equipment design and custom machine-buildingExperience 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
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