Robotics Manufacturing Engineer, Optimus General Assembly, Production Launch

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Plan and execute the installation and site commissioning of automated assembly lines under demanding timelines with efficient resource allocation
• Drive improvements in process capability, cycle time, OEE to meet line targets
• Drive cross-functional alignment on equipment safety per Tesla standard
• Optimize cycle time with line balancing and process improvements during ramp
• Analyze tradeoffs daily to deliver a reliable, high-uptime assembly line on schedule
• Manage equipment suppliers and integrators through installation and commissioning phases
• Collaborate with factory production teams to ramp output and resolve issues in real time
• Root-cause technical issues and drive corrective actions for long term improvement
• Create process specifications, validation reports and troubleshooting documentation

Job requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years launching complex electro-mechanical products into high-volume production
• Strong track record owning factory production lines and hitting rate targets
• Experience working directly with production teams in high-volume manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with site work, construction equipment, steel structures, material storage/buffer systems, material handling solutions, factory layout, and general factory material flow solutions
• Deep knowledge and hands-on experience with manual and automated assembly processes
• Strong project leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Travel up to 35% to Tesla factories and automation vendors