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Manufacturing Engineer, Battery Cell (m/w/d) - Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg

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Tesla

26d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Brandenburg

AI generated summary

  • You need strong engineering skills, experience with manufacturing equipment and high-speed processes, structured problem-solving abilities, and 2D/3D ACAD experience. High-volume manufacturing is a plus.
  • You will optimize and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment, manage process improvements, create training materials, ensure safety compliance, and support maintenance to minimize downtime.

Requirements

  • Strong engineering foundations. Aptitude to learn
  • Demonstrated experience ramping equipment into manufacturing - automation equipment, web handling, design of electromechanical systems, PLCs, motion controls, and data capture
  • Demonstrated experience with high-speed roll-to-roll equipment – tension control, pressure, hydraulics, temperature controls, roll bending moments, gap sensing mechanisms
  • Structured thinking and problem-solving abilities. Proven through a number of root cause analysis following a data driven approach, statistical software (JMP) a plus
  • 2D & 3D ACAD experience in creating/validating layouts, tooling drawings
  • P&ID, FMEA and MES experience a plus
  • Thermal controls and thermal management experience
  • Experience in high volume manufacturing is highly desired

Responsibilities

  • Drive design, commissioning, and ramp of complex roll to roll manufacturing equipment.
  • Work collaboratively as the equipment expert to ensure production lines run in a safe, efficient manner producing high quality parts.
  • Become owner / subject matter expert to drive equipment-related process improvement including detailed troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
  • Troubleshoot and recover processes by PLC, HMI, or tool management software, and implement changes/improvements.
  • Build training material, maintenance routines, and related documentation for equipment life cycle management.
  • Lead safety and ergonomic improvements to production equipment which meets or exceeds regulations or best practices.
  • Identify equipment critical spare parts and ensure sufficient coverage to prevent extended downtime situations.
  • Participate in supplier/ internal equipment buyoffs.
  • Debug and optimize automated processes to maximize cycle time and uptime.
  • Develop and manage FMEA risk assessments to prioritize equipment improvement projects and ensure sufficient repair strategies.
  • Provide hands-on support to maintenance team to troubleshoot and resolve extended downtime situations.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Manufacturing Engineer role at Tesla's Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg?

The primary focus of the Manufacturing Engineer role is to accelerate Tesla's next generation battery cell manufacturing program by designing, developing, commissioning, and ramping high-throughput equipment.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have strong engineering foundations, demonstrated experience in ramping equipment into manufacturing, and experience with high-speed roll-to-roll equipment among other skills mentioned in the job description.

Is experience in high-volume manufacturing necessary for this role?

Yes, experience in high-volume manufacturing is highly desired for this position.

What types of equipment will the Manufacturing Engineer work on?

The Manufacturing Engineer will work on complex roll-to-roll manufacturing equipment, including high-speed automation equipment, web handling systems, and electromechanical systems.

Will the role involve collaboration with cross-functional teams?

Yes, the role involves working collaboratively in a cross-functional team to test, validate, and roll-out process and product design changes.

What are some responsibilities associated with this position?

Responsibilities include troubleshooting equipment, conducting root cause analysis, developing training materials, leading safety improvements, and participating in supplier/internal equipment buyoffs.

Is hands-on support a part of this job?

Yes, providing hands-on support to the maintenance team to troubleshoot and resolve extended downtime situations is part of the job.

What skills are needed for troubleshooting processes?

Skills needed include familiarity with PLC, HMI, tool management software, and the ability to implement changes and improvements.

Are there opportunities for continuous learning and development in this role?

Yes, the role requires a strong aptitude to learn and offers opportunities for professional development within a fast-paced environment.

What kind of work environment can a candidate expect?

A candidate can expect a demanding, fast-paced, and highly exciting work environment within a motivated and capable team.

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Tesla

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

Automotive
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2003
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy through increasingly affordable electric vehicles in addition to renewable energy generation and storage. California-based Tesla is committed to having the best-in-class in safety, performance, and reliability in all Tesla cars. There are currently over 275,000 Model S, Model X and Model 3 vehicles on the road worldwide. To achieve a sustainable energy future, Tesla also created infinitely scalable energy products: Powerwall, Powerpack and Solar Roof. As the world’s only vertically integrated energy company, Tesla continues to innovate, scale and reduce the costs of commercial and grid-scale systems, with the goal of ultimately getting us to 100% renewable energy grids.