Torque Tool Integration Engineer, Global IT Manufacturing Solutions Engineering

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Torque Tool Integration Engineer/Specialist to join Tesla's Global IT-Manufacturing Solutions Engineering team. The ideal candidate will lead the successful introduction and integration of a new torque tool vendor systems across multiple factories operating in a highly automated environment. This role is responsible for ensuring seamless onboarding of the new vendor's systems and delivering expert engineering support to maintain maximum equipment reliability in fast-paced production operations.

The global IT-Manufacturing Solutions Engineering team is responsible for rolling out high-impact services and use cases through lean end-to-end OT-IT integration at Tesla. Use case environments include manufacturing, logistics, and quality operations at all Tesla factories. Key goals are increased production output, world-class product quality, and faster set-up/ramp-up of production lines.

• Lead the planning, assessment, and implementation of a new torque tool vendor's systems into existing highly automated production environments
• Partner with key vendors to ensure their tools meet Tesla's stringent performance, reliability, and integration requirements
• Conduct thorough compatibility assessments, system testing, and performance evaluations to guarantee seamless integration with current automation infrastructure
• Accelerate the vendor's understanding of Tesla's needs and drive necessary customizations for optimal performance and cost efficiency
• Provide expert-level (tier 3) support to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues related to torque tools, integration, and software systems
• Work with cross-functional teams to quickly address production-impacting problems and minimize downtime
• Continuously monitor system performance and implement proactive improvements to enhance overall tool reliability in a highly automated setting
• Identify opportunities to optimize torque tooling processes, increase efficiency, and reduce costs within a highly automated manufacturing environment
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies and vendor solutions that can further strengthen torque tooling performance and integration
• Drive standardization efforts while maintaining flexibility to support multiple vendor ecosystems

• Proven experience managing and implementing torque tool systems from multiple vendors in an automotive or highly automated manufacturing environment

• Strong expertise in automation technologies and system integration
• Proficiency in troubleshooting complex tooling and software issues under tight production constraints
• Familiarity with torque tool calibration, maintenance, and quality control standards
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions
• Prior experience OT-IT engineering projects is highly valued
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and train manufacturing personnel
• Experience with PLCs and enterprise network operations is a plus
• Experience working torque tool vendors like Deprag, Estic and Atlas Copco is a strong plus

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

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.