Supplier Industrialization Engineer, DFx

4 days ago


Palo Alto, CA, United States Tesla Full time
What to Expect We are looking for a DFx Engineer as the expert on design rules and manufacturing processes, sets theenvironment company wide and performs Design For Manufacturing analysis andstudies to enable the manufacturability and ensure the product quality of the Teslaelectronics product portfolio.
What You'll Do
  • Deploy, implement and maintain Design for Manufacturing (DFx) system,including design rules for all Tesla products
  • As the Design For Manufacturing Expert, DFM Engineer will provide frequent feedback and mentorship to Design Engineers on production processes, printed circuit board technologies and design rules and process requirements
  • Close interaction with PCB layout designers, EE Design Engineers to collaborateon creation of design rules and have dynamic bi-directional feedback
  • Assess, manage and develop PCB Suppliers and PCBA Contract Manufacturerson matters related to production process efficiency and Quality
  • Participate on cost reduction initiatives by exploring and suggesting process,materials, design and new technologies
  • Owner of RFQ's and contract management - ensure Non-Disclosure Agreements, General Terms & Conditions, Piece Price Agreements, and other related contracts are negotiated, agreed and appropriately documented before business is initiated
  • Drive negotiation for piece price and product development to ensure that Tesla's pricing meets best-landed-cost expectations as well as Supplier Industrialization standards of Best-In-Class quality

What You'll Bring
  • Degree in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience performing DFM/DFA/DFT for PCB and PCBA
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of industry specifications and standardsespecially IPC and JEDEC
  • Experience in deployment and maintenance of DFM Software Applications likeValor, Vayo or similar
  • Experience with CAD Librarian activities such as part generation from drawingsand footprint and pad optimizations
  • Subject Matter Expert on solder paste, stencil design, and stencil apertures* PCB panel design, and panel material vs cost vs capacity optimization
  • Strong knowledge and understanding on design rules regarding Rigid, Flex, andHDI PCB manufacturing process, SMT, THT, Reflow, Conformal Coating,Underfill, Washing, Press Fit, Pin Insertion, and depanelization
  • International travel is required to engage with manufacturing partners, sometimeson short notice* Excellent spoken and written English

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:

  • 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)
  • 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 $85,760 - $236,160/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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