Quality Engineer, Plastics

Job Category Manufacturing Location AUSTIN, Texas Req. ID 185011 Job Type Full-time Tesla participates in the E-Verify Program What to Expect The Quality Engineering team is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented candidate who excels in meeting tight deadlines and possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills. The ideal candidate will work independently and effectively build and maintain professional relationships with both external and internal teams at all levels across the company. What You’ll Do Lead Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and check fixture validations; play a key role in new product launches Spearhead cross-functional problem-solving teams to drive process and product improvements; utilize QA methodologies to manage issue resolution, including root cause investigations and the development, implementation, and monitoring of effective corrective and preventive actions Develop and implement quality standards as part of the Tesla Quality System to ensure products meet customer expectations Support the creation of product specifications, tolerances, design and process FMEAs, and Design Verification Activities (DVAs) Establish and maintain quality performance metrics, control plans, and inspection standards to ensure critical features are controlled throughout the assembly and production processes Lead the review and disposition of nonconforming materials and manage control of discrepant products Promote and uphold a culture of continuous improvement, contributing to a safer, more efficient, and enjoyable working environment within the Tesla team What You’ll Bring BS in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field, or equivalent experience Proficiency in dimensional engineering, process design, process validation, part qualifications, check fixture design and qualifications, assembly methods, and design reviews Demonstrated experience with quality problem-solving methods such as GD&T, fishbone diagrams, FMEA, process capability analysis, hypothesis testing, Design of Experiments (DoE), SPC, etc Experience with a broad range of measurement and inspection techniques. Strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities, and a robust quality mindset Ability to meet tight deadlines and support extended hours based on business and production needs Compensation and Benefits Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) LGBTQ+ care concierge services 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 Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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 Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.