Lead Machine Safety design and manufacturing across Vehicle, Energy, and AI products and programs, along with safeguarding development and production processes while advancing Tesla's mission
Perform technical analyses on designs for automation, robots, and manufacturing equipment to evaluate against internal and international standards, providing design recommendations that enhance safety
Utilize ANSI, ISO, RIA, NFPA, IBC, OSHA standards to ensure compliance in vehicle, robotic, and manufacturing designs, particularly focusing on AI integration and automation safety
Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) to ensure manufacturers have incorporated applicable ANSI and OSHA standards into the equipment, and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) to confirm equipment safety for operation
Partner with internal subject matter experts from Design, Engineering, Manufacturing to review and improve safety in designs, facilitating safety-focused innovations
Conduct safety training for New Programs to strengthen the Design, Engineering, Manufacturing team’s competency with automation safety design principles, standards and practices
Contribute to Tesla's Standards for hardware and software for future equipment development
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Controls or Industrial Engineering with a focus on AI, robotics, and manufacturing safety; or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience in safety engineering, with experience in AI, robotics, or large-scale manufacturing projects preferred, emphasizing mechanical/electrical/control design
Proficiency with software for safety validation, design processes, integration, ensuring effective implementation. (Rockwell, Siemens, Beckhoff, Fanuc, PILZ, SICK, Keyence, Sistema)
Advanced understanding of safety systems relevant to AI, robotics, vehicle design, and manufacturing automation, including knowledge of PLC programming/troubleshooting, light curtain, area scanners, safe radar, safe camera systems, safe drive systems, and safety PLC’s
Ability to work under pressure in dynamic environments where rapid iteration and safety assurance are key, managing competing demands with a focus on safety
Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail, with excellent communication skills to convey safety principles across different teams and disciplines
Willingness to travel for prototype testing, Factory acceptance testing, and manufacturing commissioning, ensuring safety standards are met across all stages