What to Expect
As a Project Engineer, Design Support on the New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you will be the factory-facing design partner for current-generation products in mass production. You will own CAD and drawing updates, deviations, DFM reviews, and change follow-through so production can move quickly with Design as the final approver. This role sits in Manufacturing/NPI and partners closely with Design, Process, Quality, and Service. You will spend time on the floor, in CAD, and in change forums—turning factory needs into clean, approvable design packages.
What You'll Do-
Own factory CAD spins and drawing updates (2D/3D), including GD&T updates and minor design changes for current-generation products
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Create and advance deviations and design change packages to support production continuity
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Lead DFM reviews with Manufacturing, Process, Quality, and Design; convert factory feedback into actionable design recommendations
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Maintain a clear system of record for factory design requests—intake, prioritization, status, decisions, and closure
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Prepare complete design packages for Design review and approval; drive follow-through through release and production implementation
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Partner with Change Control, NPI, Quality, and suppliers to execute design updates on schedule
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Support root-cause and corrective actions on production and quality issues that require design or documentation changes
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Improve handoff standards, templates, and workflows between the factory and Design
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Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
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3–5+ years in manufacturing, NPI, launch, or design-support environments (automotive, energy, or high-volume hardware preferred)
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Hands-on CAD experience with production drawings and assemblies (CATIA / 3DEXPERIENCE / SolidWorks preferred; ENOVIA or similar PLM a plus)
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Working knowledge of GD&T, drawing standards, deviations/ECOs, and design change processes
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Strong DFM instincts and comfort evaluating designs against real factory processes and assembly constraints
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Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent requests under time pressure
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Clear written and verbal communication—able to turn factory issues into packages Design can approve quickly
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Structured problem-solving skills (5-Why, 8D, DMAIC, or equivalent) and willingness to work on the manufacturing floor
Benefits
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
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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
Expected Compensation
$93,600 - $140,400/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.
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
