Associate Packaging Engineer

What To ExpectTesla is seeking a highly motivated Associate Packaging Engineer to join our Packaging team in developing world-class designs for automation equipment. You will play a key role on the team and will be the one who brings it all together to drive technical execution of packaging projects across several Vehicle and Energy Product platforms. This is a very unique opportunity to engage with all facets of Tesla development from technology and design through component delivery and final manufacturing. The successful candidate must have the ability to work quickly and efficiently with a high level of precision, have strong interpersonal and communication skills, be detail oriented, and not afraid to re-define tradition.What You'll Do- Lead end-to-end engineered packaging projects for Tesla Vehicle and Energy platforms- Interface with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, New Product Introduction, and Operations partners to gather and develop packaging requirements- Partner with Supply Chain and Logistics to drive projects to enable the most efficient delivery of parts possible without sacrificing part quality or manufacturability- Provide design direction and development plans of protective packaging containers, dunnage and unique shipping racks – domestic and international- Apply industrial design techniques of CAD, technical drawings, including datum structure, GD&T and tolerance stack up analysis- Monitor KPI's and work with Packaging Design Engineers to develop world-class packaging standards and continue to improve upon them- Drive expendable to returnable projects and participate in sustainability initiatives; Manage project budgets, risks, and change management; Assist in vendor selection and vendor managementWhat You'll Bring- Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Packaging, Industrial Design, or equivalent work experience with evidence of exceptional ability- Working knowledge of CAD, and technical drawings, including datum structure, GD&T and tolerance stack up analysis- Familiarity with manufacturing processes including machining, welding, injection molding etc.- Strong knowledge in a large variety of materials (aluminum, steel, composites, foam, etc.); Experience with designing to standards such as ASTM, Mil-Spec, etc.- Strong understanding of packaging testing and validation; Capable of managing multiple priorities at once without sacrificing quality of results- Proficient at-risk management and communication; Team player with strong process and continuous improvement mindset- Travel up to 30% requiredBenefitsCompensation and BenefitsAlong 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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation$68,000 - $102,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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., Tesla