Project Engineer, Design Support, New Product Introduction

What to Expect

As a Project Engineer, Design Support on the New Product Introduction (NPI) team, you will be the factory-facing design partner for current-generation products in mass production. You will own CAD and drawing updates, deviations, DFM reviews, and change follow-through so production can move quickly with Design as the final approver. This role sits in Manufacturing/NPI and partners closely with Design, Process, Quality, and Service. You will spend time on the floor, in CAD, and in change forums - turning factory needs into clean, approvable design packages.

What You'll Do

Own factory CAD spins and drawing updates (2D/3D), including GD&T updates and minor design changes for current-generation products

Create and advance deviations and design change packages to support production continuity

Lead DFM reviews with Manufacturing, Process, Quality, and Design; convert factory feedback into actionable design recommendations

Maintain a clear system of record for factory design requests - intake, prioritization, status, decisions, and closure

Prepare complete design packages for Design review and approval; drive follow-through through release and production implementation

Partner with Change Control, NPI, Quality, and suppliers to execute design updates on schedule

Support root-cause and corrective actions on production and quality issues that require design or documentation changes

Improve handoff standards, templates, and workflows between the factory and Design

What You'll Bring

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience

3–5+ years in manufacturing, NPI, launch, or design-support environments (automotive, energy, or high-volume hardware preferred)

Hands-on CAD experience with production drawings and assemblies (CATIA / 3DEXPERIENCE / SolidWorks preferred; ENOVIA or similar PLM a plus)

Working knowledge of GD&T, drawing standards, deviations/ECOs, and design change processes

Strong DFM instincts and comfort evaluating designs against real factory processes and assembly constraints

Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent requests under time pressure

Clear written and verbal communication - able to turn factory issues into packages Design can approve quickly

Structured problem-solving skills (5-Why, 8D, DMAIC, or equivalent) and willingness to work on the manufacturing floor

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

$93,600 - $140,400/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.