Quality Engineer, Optimus (Night Shift)

Tesla is looking for a highly motivated Quality Engineer focusing on launch phase of Optimus humanoid robot production. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in quality engineering principles, a hands-on approach to problem solving, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to ensure operational efficiency and all assemblies meet design specifications. The primary objective of this role is to drive continual improvement of the systems that control product quality. They will be expected to work closely with SIE and Design teams on supplier readiness. Your role in this demanding and fast-paced environment will contribute to the development of a groundbreaking product, aligning with our mission of achieving amazing abundance through innovative manufacturing practices.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Suppliers and Supplier Quality Teams: Partner with internal and external suppliers to validate supplier part readiness, define contributions of supplied part quality to downstream issues, and drive continuous improvement Lead the development of quality controls plans, lead failure analysis, and continually update PFMEA based on lessons learned from new failure modes - working cross functionally with design, manufacturing & sustaining engineers Establish criteria for Part Inspection Standards based on product specification and process critical requirements to determine component and assembly level readiness Able to steer productivity with SIE/suppliers to ensure effective countermeasures with minimal iterations Leads problem solving of unusual and technically ambiguous issues using first principles Ability to proactively discover and define problems independently Able to take action and lead/drive peers and cross functional teams on resolving root causes with no support Lead/facilitate review and disposition of discrepant materials identified for control of nonconforming product Operational Support: Provide technical expertise to troubleshoot and resolve quality issues in real-time, minimizing production downtime and enhancing operational reliability

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, etc.) or other technical discipline or equivalent experience Experienced in QS-9000, ISO/TS 16949, APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA required Demonstrated success in applying quality problem solving methods such as fishbone diagrams, FMEA, process capability analysis, hypothesis testing, DoE, SPC, etc. Well-organized with meticulous attention to detail Experience with broad variety of measurement and inspection techniques Industry Knowledge: Experience in high-volume manufacturing or automotive production environments is highly desirable Excellent oral, written and presentation communication skills with the ability to present complex technical concepts to diverse audiences Able to work under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines