Quality Engineer, Plastics

Description:
We are seeking a multi-faceted Quality Engineer to take ownership of all aspects of identifying, analyzing, root causing, implementing countermeasures, and reporting on issues affecting plastic components.
You will work with other Engineering teams to quickly mitigate and implement countermeasures for field issues, improving the quality, reliability, and durability of Tesla products.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for stamping press and injection molding components quality

Development of manufacturing requirements, quality standards and product quality plans to assure products will meet expectations of our target customers

Deployment of manufacturing level requirements to subsystems, assemblies & components to assure clear focus on design and customer needs

Identification of critical requirements to assure proper supplier and production focus on critical needs

Leading development of FMEAs (Design & Process) for development teams to identify and address critical risks

Perform failure analysis using engineering and manufacturing expertise; conduct root cause analysis (5-Whys, Fishbone, Fault Tree) and implement corrective actions, diagnostics, and repairs

Collaborate with engineering, service, diagnostics, and quality teams to communicate insights, refine procedures, and drive scalable solutions; support documentation, remote tools, and design reviews (DFMEAs, PFMEAs)

Lead continuous improvements, preventive actions, and process optimizations; participate in NPI, DOE, statistical analysis, audits, training, and incident response

Requirements:

Degree in Software, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
Hands-on failure analysis experience (consumer electronics, semiconductors, EVs, automotive preferred); entry-level with co-ops/internships (e.g., Formula SAE) considered
Proficiency in software/firmware tools, logs, plastics troubleshooting, and manufacturing processes
Knowledge of failure analysis tools, statistical software (Python, Minitab, JMP), quality standards (ASME, ISO 9001), DOE, and inspections
Data management and interpretation using business systems
Strong problem-solving, analytical skills, and attention to detail
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration
Proactive, ownership-driven mindset focused on quality, safety, integrity, and adaptability

Compensation & Benefits:

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
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