Industrial Launch Engineer, Energy Products

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Industrial Launch Engineer to support the launch and scaling of energy products, including Megapack. This role focuses on bridging the gap between design, manufacturing, and deployment, ensuring seamless product launches and continuous improvement in production designs and processes.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, supply chain) to drive the successful launch of Megapack and other energy storage solutions
• Component mechanical design ownership to resolve production issues, improve product field quality, and drive continuous product improvements to enhance performance reduce costs
• Develop and optimize industrial processes for high-volume production, focusing on efficiency, quality, and scalability
• Identify and resolve production bottlenecks during the launch phase by implementing innovative solutions
• Support the transition of products from prototype to mass production, ensuring design for manufacturability (DFM)
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for issues arising during launch and early production stages
• Work closely with suppliers to ensure component readiness and alignment with production timelines
• Create and maintain documentation, including process workflows, SOPs, and launch checklists
• Develop and execute component and subsystem design validation plans and test methods to validate product adherence torequirements, in collaboration with parallel design and cross functional teams
• Travel to support production launch and ramp (supplier visits, on-site at Tesla factories, etc.)

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience in industrial engineering, product launch, or manufacturing engineering, preferably in energy or high-tech industries
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, assembly line setup, and production scaling
• Experience with energy storage systems or large-scale battery products is a plus
• Proficiency in CAD software and data analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Excel, or similar)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Detail-oriented personality with solid documentation and reporting skills, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment
• Willingness to travel as needed to support launch activities at various Tesla facilities

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