Sr. Project Engineer, New Product Introduction, Megafactory

Tesla seeks aNew ProductIntroduction(NPI)Sr. Project Engineerto drive Megapack Launch development and prototype builds at theMegafactoryin the Greater Houston Area. This role is pivotal in transitioning prototypes to full-scale production, sustaining product excellence, and implementing improvements for Tesla Energy products. As a key technical leader, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams (safety, design, manufacturing, etc.) to execute product change management,validatesystems/parts, and ensure adherence to specifications. Responsibilities include developing testing protocols, conducting trials, documenting results, and refining processes to uphold quality standards. The ideal candidate willidentifyareas for improvement,establishvalidation methodologies, and support scalable manufacturing solutions whilemaintainingrigorous documentation and alignment with Tesla's mission of delivering high-quality industrial energy storage systems.

This role will be based out of the Greater Houston Area (TX) and will require 90% travel to the Bay Area (CA) to support early builds and validation support for the first 3-6 months.

• Lead manufacturing line trials for new products and processes to ensure product specifications and standards are achieved
• Manage quality assurance and procedures by testing andvalidatingsystems and parts;scope andimplementnew validation standards, and procedures
• Conduct Trial Preparation: Ensure part availability, line readiness, and pre-requisite data obtained andconsolidated; Complete trial report: Document observations, analysis, and results, make recommendations as needed and drive solutions
• Record all issues found during trials and help drive to closure; Manage trial recovery: Ensure manufacturing lines arevalidatedand/or restored to prior condition post-trial(s). Evaluate the success of each trial (safety,yield, downtime, cost, etc.); Serve as subject matter expert (SME) on trials to ensure proper validation procedures are followed
• Become expert level trainer in assigned areas andbe responsible forthe level of knowledge of shift Technicians; Serve as subject matter expert (SME) on trials to ensure proper validation procedures are followed
• Collaborate with variety of cross-functional stakeholders to scope and execute target outcome
• Strong ability to work and communicate effectively with team and peers within a manufacturing and engineering organization. This includes excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Lead and provide feedback in change control meetingsthrough first-principles thinking

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 7+ yearsofexperiencein high volume/high complexity manufacturing
• Experience in thermal system or liquid cooling technologies preferred
• Understanding of manufacturability, process design, process validation, and assembly methods
• Strong problem-solving skills and an aptitude for learning systems quickly. Able toutilizestructured problem-solving techniques such as DMAIC, Ishikawa, Five Why (5W) or Eight Disciplines (8D). Able to resolve high level performance issues into addressable actions
• Skillful with electrical and computer-based tools, including precision measuring equipment, electrical test equipment, and computer databases. Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, and policies related to specialized projects
• Proven ability tooperateunder pressure with rigid time constraints; exceptionalcapacityfor tracking and managing simultaneous tasks with competing priorities effectively
• Strong ability to work and communicate effectively with team and peers within a manufacturing and engineering organization. This includes excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work in a fast-pacedmanufacturingenvironment, occasionally requiring extended hours

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)
• 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