Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, Remanufacturing - Tesla Motors : Job Details

Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, Remanufacturing

Tesla Motors

Job Location : Buffalo,NY, USA

Posted on : 2025-08-06T01:10:39Z

Job Description :

What To Expect

The Tesla Manufacturing team is seeking a Manufacturing Equipment Engineer to troubleshoot, develop, and optimize equipment, fixtures, and end-of-arm tooling for production. Based at our Buffalo, NY facility, this role ensures the performance, reliability, and continuous improvement of equipment used in production. The engineer will work with cross-functional teams, manage tooling designs, train technicians, and drive initiatives to maximize overall equipment effectiveness and manufacturing efficiency.

What You'll Do

  • Serve as the subject matter expert for equipment, troubleshooting issues related to yield, quality, downtime, and safety.
  • Manage equipment projects from concept to production, including design, validation, and ramp-up.
  • Design and upgrade tooling, fixtures, and machine stations using SolidWorks, GD&T, and FEA/CFD analyses.
  • Define requirements for outsourced tooling, collaborate with vendors, and establish Tesla standards.
  • Use tools like Minitab/JMP for data analysis to improve processes and performance.
  • Partner with Design, Operations, Safety, Quality, and Process Engineering teams to achieve production goals.
  • Train technicians on maintenance procedures and downtime recovery best practices.

    • What You'll Bring

  • Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • 1-3 years of experience in mechanical/electrical systems and custom machine-building.
  • Expertise in SolidWorks, automation systems, PLCs, robotics, and electromechanical components.
  • Familiarity with DFM, OEE, process validation, welding, CNC, and pneumatic systems.
  • Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic environment.
  • Passionate about optimizing manufacturing equipment and processes, and be hands-on in manufacturing environment.

    • Benefits

    Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits from 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 with options of $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 including 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.

    Expected Compensation:

    • Associate Manufacturing Equipment Engineer - $68,000 - $102,000/year.
    • Manufacturing Equipment Engineer - $81,600 - $122,400/year.
    • Senior Manufacturing Equipment Engineer - $95,200 - $142,800/year.

    Plus cash and stock awards, plus benefits for all levels.

    Pay may vary depending on individual factors such as market location, knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional elements may be included in the total compensation package, which will be detailed if an employment offer is extended.

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