Hardware Process Engineer, Optimus Data Collection

Tesla

USonsite$84k-$180k/yrPosted Jul 9, 2026
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Skills

excel

About the role

What to Expect

As a Data Collection Hardware Process Engineer, you will collaborate on the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of internal data collection tools and processes. You will design and implement equipment improvements and workstation layouts while working closely with operations teams through a continuous feedback loop. By constantly evaluating and refining our data collection devices and workflows, you will help streamline operations and push the boundaries of robotics data collection. Commitment to excellence is a core team value.

What You'll Do

Collaborate with cross-functional teams - including Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Packaging Engineering, Logistics, Production Planning, and Software - to design and improve all aspects of our operations

Analyze data from multiple sources to identify and drive improvements to data collection hardware

Partner with engineers to design and refine CAD models in preparation for production

Define equipment requirements based on established processes

Develop and implement SOPs for prototype data collection units

Learn and leverage various service and fleet tracking tools to monitor fleet status and drive retrofit initiatives

What You'll Bring

2+ years of experience with CAD, continuous improvement methodologies, or additive manufacturing

Experience analyzing data using Excel, SQL, or similar analytical tools

Proficiency in AutoCAD or CATIA, with the ability to quickly integrate changes into designs ahead of mass production

Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and a proven ability to work through complex problem-solving

Demonstrated experience identifying root causes of problems and implementing effective solutions

Previous experience working in engineering or manufacturing environments

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

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

Expected Compensation

$84,000 - $180,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

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.

Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

Compensation

This Software Engineer role pays $84k-$180k/yr. Within typical range for software engineer roles in United States.

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