What to Expect
The Engineering Technician is responsible for optimizing CNC machining processes, ensuring high-quality production, and driving continuous improvement in a precision CNC machine shop environment. This role bridges engineering design, production execution, and operational efficiency, ensuring that manufacturing processes are safe, cost-effective, and aligned with quality and delivery goals.
What You'll Do
- Develop, validate, and document CNC machining processes for new and existing parts
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Optimize toolpaths, cutting parameters, and fixture designs to enhance cycle time, tool life, and part quality
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Manage CAD/CAM integration, ensuring design manufacturability (DFM) and maintaining program libraries and SOPs
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Support machine setup, first-article inspection (FAI), and diagnose machining issues such as dimensional inaccuracies
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Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for production problems and collaborate with QA to ensure compliance and audit readiness
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Drive initiatives to reduce waste, increase throughput, and track KPIs like OEE and scrap rate
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Train machinists on processes and safety protocols while collaborating cross-functionally with procurement and planning teams
What You'll Bring
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
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7+ years of experience in CNC manufacturing environments, ideally within aerospace, automotive, or medical industries
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Proven expertise in CNC programming using G-code, conversational programming, and CAM software
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Proficiency with CAD/CAM tools, GD&T, metrology instruments, and ERP systems
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Strong analytical problem-solving abilities combined with excellent communication and teamwork skills
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Preferred qualifications include CNC certifications, multi-axis machining experience, and knowledge of material science
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.
