Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Tesla is a leading electric vehicle manufacturer seeking a Supplier Industrialization Engineer to join their Supply Chain team. This role involves component development, process qualification, and quality management at suppliers, focusing on improving manufacturing practices and ensuring high-quality components are delivered on time.
Responsibilities
• Plan, organize, direct and conduct industrialization related activities within the supply chain team
• Develop, Manage, Audit, Improve and Correct supplier planning and execution of component manufacturing and assembly techniques and quality control processes from the advanced development phase to mass production qualification
• Provide leadership for New Product Introduction (NPI) at Suppliers. Lead supplier improvements in scalability, cost, and quality
• Facilitate communication and clarification of technical requirements between Suppliers and Tesla Purchasing, Quality, and Design teams
• Accountable for supplier audits to ensure their ability to meet part performance, delivery, and reliability expectations
• Collaborate with Tesla Design, Quality, and Manufacturing to determine the ideal performance specifications and supplier metrics
• Accountable for leading, tracking and improving supplier manufacturing process development, launch readiness for new products and design changes, and driving continuous improvement activities utilizing Lean Manufacturing and First Principals methods
• Guide suppliers in developing exceptionally robust processes and procedures to promote efficient and seamless production of high-quality products
• Validate supplier corrective actions involving design and/or process changes to ensure they are robust, sustainable, and implemented for similar potential concerns across manufacturing lines and/or suppliers. Provide input on new or alternative materials for improved design, manufacturability, or cost reduction
• Participate in supplier DFM Review, guide suppliers in efficient use of poke-yokes, best methods of manufacturing, testing, and gauging, and correct tools or assembly equipment to use
Skills
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, evidence of experience and exceptional ability, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5+ years of industrialization or manufacturing engineering experience within the automotive sector, with hands‑on expertise in metal forming, machining, aluminum extrusions, and high‑pressure die casting
• Proven track record launching automotive components into mass production, including tooling development, APQP/PPAP deliverables, process validation, supplier industrial readiness, and continuous‑improvement activities aligned with automotive quality and safety standards (IATF 16949, ISO 9001)
• In-depth knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and inspection
• Possess demonstrable leadership abilities; Previous experience managing safety critical parts
• Ability to communicate and direct supplier activities at the management level; Proven results in meeting customer requirements and expectations
• Ability to define and execute a project using project management techniques
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Excellent team building skills in dealing with suppliers, peers, and other functional areas
• Strong technical writing ability and an ability to explain complex issues in a concise and plain manner. Must be familiar with SPC and data analysis; An average of 40 - 60% travel, possibly on short notice
Company Overview
• Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions. It was founded in 2003, and is headquartered in Austin, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.tesla.com.
Company H1B Sponsorship
• Tesla has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2796 in 2025, 2113 in 2024, 1304 in 2023, 1227 in 2022, 1102 in 2021, 723 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.