Robotics Manufacturing Engineer – Stator Molding (Optimus)

About the role

Join Tesla’s Optimus Stator team in Austin as a Robotics Manufacturing Engineer. You will design and implement high‑volume automation equipment and manufacturing methods for stator and segment molding, helping shape the future of AI‑driven robotics.

Key responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing processes for injection, micro, low‑pressure, and transfer molding, including vision control, robotic handling, and thermal management.
• Collaborate with product engineers to design for assembly and ensure efficient, quality‑focused production.
• Participate in design and process reviews, generate machine specifications, documentation, and failure‑mode analyses.
• Work with external vendors and internal stakeholders to review production equipment throughout development.
• Manage project timelines, drive on‑time delivery, and travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.

Required profile

• Strong knowledge of plastics molding processes, post‑molding operations, and mold‑flow simulation.
• Solid understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), lean manufacturing, GD&T, and capacity planning.
• Proven problem‑solving abilities using statistical process control, design of experiments, and data‑analysis tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.

Required skills

• Plastics molding processes (injection, micro, low‑pressure, transfer)
• Mold flow simulation
• Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA)
• Lean manufacturing, GD&T, capacity planning
• Statistical process control, design of experiments
• Data‑analysis software (Minitab, JMP)
• 3D CAD software (SolidWorks or equivalent)
• Hands‑on experience with high‑volume and pilot manufacturing

What we offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits from day one, including medical, dental, vision, HSA, 401(k) match, and employee stock purchase plans.
• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge robotics technology within a fast‑paced, innovative environment.