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Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Rotor

Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Nevada, Sparks
1 Electric Avenue (Show on map)
Apr 12, 2026
What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer to pioneer groundbreaking processes and high-volume automation systems for Tesla's Rotor Manufacturing division. This role involves designing and deploying next-generation production lines that push the boundaries of physics, cycle times, and automation capabilities to scale Tesla's most ambitious projects.

You'll work at the intersection of innovation and execution, collaborating with Tesla's cross-functional teams across Product Design, Factory Operations, Global Supply Management, and internal or third-party equipment vendors to develop world-class machines and processes. You will assume full ownership of the equipment design, development, and optimization, ensuring it meets Tesla's rigorous standards for safety, quality, and scalability while aggressively driving down manufacturing costs through cutting-edge automation.

This position demands relentless curiosity, a passion for solving "impossible" challenges, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment where you'll leave a legacy of transformational engineering.


What You'll Do
  • Develop new highly automated manufacturing lines from concept to production

  • Engineernovel manufacturing processes for production,focusing on precision, speed, and cost efficiency at scale

  • Aggressively reduce costs by designing solutions that minimize material waste, energy consumption, and laborcontent

  • Lead validation of production processes and automated inspection tools

  • Own end-to-end project execution, from concept development and supplier coordination to installation, ramp, and continuous process improvement


What You'll Bring
  • Strong hands-on experience with high-volume and pilot manufacturing

  • Proventrack recordof data drivenmethodologyto solve complex problems

  • Mastery of3D and 2DCAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD or equivalent)

  • Manufacturing process development,specificationand evaluation experience

  • Experience directing complex engineering project efforts

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering,or equivalent experience


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:

  • Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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
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