Mechanical Equipment Engineer, Remanufacturing, Energy

Tesla Motors, Inc.
75,600 - 140,400 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, New York, Buffalo
Apr 22, 2026
What to Expect Tesla's Energy Remanufacturing team is looking for motivated engineers for equipment engineering positions. This role requires rapid problem solving and ability to implement solutions quickly. This team is developing brand new processes for remanufacturing energy products and improving production lines that are currently running. The right engineer for this position will be able to elegantly juggle sustaining improvement projects while also developing new equipment & lines when needed. This role requires hands-on involvement on the manufacturing lines and emphasizes analytical abilities, organization skills, and attention to detail. What You'll Do Analyze production with statistical software (JMP or Minitab preferred) to understand manufacturing uptime, availability, and reliability metrics-yield, OEE, cycle time, quality and investigate bottlenecks to identify root cause and countermeasure to maximize throughput Flexibility to work with cross functional teams to solve problems and deliver solutions on time ranging from immediate deadlines to months out deadlines Design, fabricate, install, and modify equipment improvements for running lines and developing ones Integrate machine interactions with the plant-wide Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Generate and maintain documentation including machine and process specifications, drawings, BOM, spare parts, PFMEA, control plan, process flow chart Collaborate with Controls Engineers and technicians to troubleshoot and optimize processes using PLC, HMI, or tool management software Troubleshoot, iterate, and solve challenging electrical and mechanical issues our production lines What You'll Bring Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics engineering, or equivalent experience 2+ years of relevant experience in an engineering role Proven experience in ramping equipment into manufacturing, including automation, hydraulics, pneumatics, electromechanical systems, and motion controls Strong problem-solving ability to address complex technical issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions Evidence of mechanical design aptitude Experience developing operating and maintenance instructions and training operators Extensive Proficiency with 3D (SolidWorks, 3Dx, Catia) and 2D CAD (AutoCAD) platforms Preferred experience with layout creation, tooling drawings, pneumatic, and electrical schematics Proven ability to operate under pressure while managing multiple priorities simultaneously 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: 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 Expected Compensation Associate Manufacturing Equipment Engineer - $75,600 - $113,400/annual salary Manufacturing Equipment Engineer - $93,600 - $140,400/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits for all levels 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.