Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Camera & Lens, TLA Electronics - Palo Alto [263908]

$88,000 - $240,000 yearly

Job Description

Join Tesla's Supplier Industrialization team for Camera and Lens components within the Top Level Assembly (TLA) Electronics group. In this pivotal role, you'll drive the industrialization of camera modules, lenses (including single lenses and coatings), and related supply chain processes for Tesla's innovative projects. You'll manage end-to-end product lifecycle in the supply chain—from early design quality assessments with engineering teams, to supplier sourcing, process development, qualification, and ongoing quality control. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure robust, high-performance products that power Tesla's cutting-edge technologies. If you're passionate about optics, manufacturing excellence, and thriving in a fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to shape and drive the future of vision for Tesla products.

The Role

  • Conduct Design for Manufacturing (DFM) to optimize camera module and lens designs for robust performance and manufacturability
  • Conduct design risk assessments using optical simulation tools, statistical methods, and Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) to enhance product reliability and image quality
  • Optimize design solutions in the early phases to achieve superior performance, scalability, and cost efficiency
  • Partner with Tesla's Design, Image Quality, Testing, Reliability (REL), and Supplier teams to define performance specifications and key supplier metrics
  • Manage supplier performance in quality, on-time delivery, and production capacity, driving continuous improvements in operations, scalability, cost, and quality
  • Lead supplier audits for camera modules and lenses to verify compliance with performance, delivery, and reliability standards
  • Oversee supplier manufacturing process development, launch readiness for new products, and design changes, ensuring seamless integration
  • Guide suppliers in establishing robust processes and procedures for efficient, high-yield production of conforming products
Anthony Antonucci

Qualifications

Relevant experience in Supply Chain; strong problem-solving skills; commitment to Tesla mission.

Immediate Fill

No