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

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