Process Engineer, Production Control

Overview

The Production Control Process Engineer is a pivotal position within Tesla's manufacturing operations, tasked with connecting day-to-day execution with long-term process enhancements. This role demands an analytical expert who drives operational efficiency, limits costs, and ensures optimal material flow, inventory management, and production systems performance.

This position requires a proactive engineer adept at both hands-on factory floor issue analysis and delivering compelling, data-backed presentations to senior leaders. The role involves end-to-end project ownership, cross-department collaboration, and generating tangible improvements that support Tesla's vehicle production scale-up.

Key Responsibilities

• Examine existing production control processes, material handling, and inventory systems to pinpoint inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and cost drivers.
• Plan and implement structured enhancement initiatives leveraging lean manufacturing and Six Sigma techniques to eliminate waste, boost throughput, and maximize capacity.
• Perform time-motion analyses, value stream mapping, and process audits to set performance benchmarks and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with Packaging Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to develop and maintain Plan for Every Part (PFEP) documentation.
• Assist with designing and rolling out new production control procedures related to model introductions, line modifications, and capacity increases.
• Create and manage advanced analytical tools, dashboards, and reporting frameworks utilizing Excel, SQL, Tableau, or Python to enable real-time monitoring of production control metrics.
• Work closely with departments such as Production, Operations, Quality, Finance, Supply Chain, Demand Planning, and Production Planning to align process improvements with overall business goals.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, or comparable practical experience.
• Preferred minimum of 5 years' experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent critical thinking and communication abilities, coupled with high emotional intelligence, self-direction, and a servant leadership approach.
• Quick learner with strong attention to detail and capability to understand new processes and systems efficiently.
• Proven success record of implementing impactful process improvements in high-volume manufacturing settings.
• Experience with industrial cost control, financial reporting, and analysis in production contexts.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Visio.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual salary range for this role is approximately $86,400 to $156,600, complemented by cash and stock awards as well as a comprehensive benefits package effective from the first day of employment.

• Medical insurance plans with options including $0 payroll deduction.
• Support programs for family planning, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy.
• Dental and vision coverage with options for no paycheck contribution; orthodontic benefits included.
• Health Savings Account contributions by Tesla for participants in high-deductible plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• 401(k) plan with company matching, employee stock purchase options, and other financial advantages.
• Company-paid basic life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits with a 90-day waiting period.
• Employee assistance programs and paid sick/vacation time with flexible scheduling for salaried employees.
• Backup childcare and parenting support resources.
• Voluntary benefits including critical illness, accident insurance, legal services, and pet insurance.
• Programs supporting weight loss and tobacco cessation.
• Additional perks such as commuter benefits, employee discounts, and the Tesla Babies program.