Dimensional Process Engineer, Body In White

What To Expect
We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Body in White Dimensional Process Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. In this hands-on role, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the utmost quality and precision of our Body in White components through process optimization, tooling adjustments, and fit and finish enhancement. Your expertise in dimensional control, GD&T, and cross-functional collaboration will be instrumental in elevating our manufacturing processes and achieving superior fit, finish and Body in White quality across the production line.
What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute comprehensive measurement plans for prototype and production BIW components, engaging in the validation process to ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Design for Manufacturing, Best Practices, Exterior/Interior Development Processes, Packaging, Continuous Improvement, and Aesthetic Design knowledge are required.
• Work on long-term projects aimed at optimizing tooling and processes to enhance the accuracy, repeatability, and quality of body components.
• Track and report on all program dimensional specification requirements and progress towards 100% compliance.
• Play a key role in design and process reviews, providing input to ensure that dimensional aspects meet or exceed expectations.
• Maintain a strong presence in sustaining the build plan, resolving issues, and optimizing processes to ensure seamless cooperation with GA and fit and finish teams.
• Constantly focus on the improvement of body, fit and finish repeatability, employing data-driven insights to make informed adjustments to tooling and processes.
• Engage in direct measurement of tools, components, and assemblies using advanced measurement equipment such as CMMs, laser scanners, and other 3D measurement tools.
• Utilize your deep understanding of tooling and process dynamics to make informed decisions about adjustments and optimizations that improve component repeatability and precision.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including design, manufacturing, controls, maintenance, and quality, to conduct root cause analysis for dimensional discrepancies and other build-related issues. Develop and implement effective tooling adjustments to address challenges promptly.
• Lead cross-functional teams in detailed root cause analysis, identifying sources of dimensional discrepancies and contributing to problem-solving initiatives.
• Drive KPI improvement initiatives by enhancing tooling and processes, working closely with quality teams to align adjustments with quality objectives.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by sharing insights, lessons learned, and best practices with cross-functional teams, enhancing overall team capabilities.
• Lead hands-on tooling validation and verification activities, ensuring that jigs, fixtures, and gauges meet dimensional requirements.
• Lead and guide technicians in day-to-day activities, providing technical direction and mentorship for hands-on tasks related to tooling validation, measurement, and adjustments.
• Develop, validate, and incorporate total vehicle Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) requirements.
• Lead the creation and maintenance of process documentation, standard operating procedures, and work instructions related to dimensional control and process optimization.
• Collaborate with quality teams to identify and address part-level issues impacting final assembly, leveraging your dimensional control expertise to enhance overall assembly quality.
• Continuously assess industry best practices, emerging technologies, and new methodologies to incorporate them into our fit and finish enhancement initiatives.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field or equivilent experience
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, with a proven track record of designing jigs, fixtures, and gauges to improve fit and repeatability.
• Proficiency in problem-solving methodologies, with a demonstrated ability to identify root causes and lead corrective actions.
• Demonstrated experience (3 years) in automotive Body in White engineering, emphasizing dimensional control, root cause analysis, tooling adjustments, and process optimization for underbody and upper body components.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes related to sheet metal forming, assembly, and welding, with a focus on achieving exceptional fit and finish results.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to decipher complex measurement data, enabling the identification of patterns and trends.
• Keen attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to delivering uncompromised quality.
• Extensive knowledge of manufacturing processes linked to sheet metal forming, assembly, and welding, with an unyielding dedication to superior quality.
• Proficiency in GD&T principles, measurement techniques, and CATIA for designing and modifying tooling.
• Excellent communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, suppliers, and stakeholders.

Benefits
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)

LGBTQ+ care concierge services

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

Expected Compensation
$76,000 - $240,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
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