Lead cross functional teams in the development of Process Flows, Control Plan, GR&R, Work Instructions, Process capability, Rework Procedures, Calibration and Qualification of tools, Quality Validation, Risk Assessments (PFMEA) & New Product Introduction
Collaborate with Original Equipment Manufacturers in the commissioning and start of production of new automated manufacturing equipment. Collaborate with EHS in the identification, prevention, and mitigation of safety hazards, proposing and implementing engineering solutions
Create and implement mentorship programs for Jr Engineers, emphasizing product knowledge and process initiation
Develop expertise in manufacturing processes. Understand process capabilities through critical data analysis and in depth understanding of the product. Develop and modify line layouts, including material flow, waste reduction, and ergonomics, utilizing Lean Manufacturing best practices. Participate in the transition of a product from concept to pilot line production and into mass manufacturing, developing documentation and creating reliable systems
Analyze and optimize production processes to ensure safety while maximizing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) in cost effective means while driving to achieve world-class quality levels. Champion continuous improvement projects (CIP) to maximize yield, capacity, and capability
Lead engineering teams to execute complex projects while maintaining clear communication channels and detailed reporting to senior management
Lead cross functional collaboration efforts in the identification, improvement, and mitigation of KPI indicator such as scrap and product cost
Analyze data from various sources to identify trends in build quality and efficiency. Develop robust and clear data collection, visualization, and analysis tools. Enable data driven operational and financial decisions through predictive insights into tool and process performance, including integration of factory data systems and use of software such as MySQL, Python, R, JMP, Minitab, Tableau and Ignition
Monitor and reduce process variation using techniques such as Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA). Monitor and audit manufacturing processes to ensure product specifications and standards are achieved. Participate in the development and maintenance of FMEAs and Control Plans. Analyze, develop, process, and implement Engineering Change Orders. Integrate and sustain MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) for area of ownership to enhance traceability and manufacturing performance
What You’ll Bring
6+ years working on processes within high volume automation and/or electro-mechanical production systems. Degree in Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience
Experience developing and improving process. Have a demonstrated track record of Overall Equipment Effectiveness improvement activities
Good understanding of Bill of Materials, Manufacturing Execution System, Specification Management, Change Point Management
Data collection and analysis experience. Ability to develop data driven root cause analyses and solutions
Strong problem-solving skills and an aptitude for learning systems quickly. Able to utilize structured problem-solving techniques such as DMAIC, Ishikawa, Five Why (5W) or Eight Disciplines (8D). Able to resolve high level performance issues into addressable actions
Exceptional capacity for managing simultaneous activities, competing priorities and challenges. Strong ability to work and communicate effectively with team and peers within a manufacturing and engineering organization. This includes excellent communication skills: written and verbal
Creative capacity for developing new ways to do things better, cheaper, faster in alignment with the Tesla approach to revolutionary product development
Passion for making fantastic new products and using testing as a means to enable an engineering organization to achieve outstanding quality, reliability and excellence
Experience on X-ray imaging, Vision systems, Laser process, Laser welding or similar is a plus. Overall experience on power electronics, electrical measurements, testing and metrology systems, is a plus