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Quality Engineer, Field

Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
Jun 25, 2026
What to Expect
The Field Quality Engineering team's mission is to improve customer experience of Tesla products by reducing field issues, in collaboration with large cross-sectionof other engineering teams.The primaryobjectiveof this role is to root cause failures from the field, work cross-functionally for designchangesand implementsystem/manufacturingcontrolsto improveproduct quality.The successful candidate for this positionmust be a problem-solver at his/her core, have a strong quality & customer-focused mindset, and have the personal drive and stamina for relentless, continual improvement (personally and professionally).

What You'll Do
  • Lead cross-functional problem-solving teams to drive process and product improvements; use of QA methodologies to manage andfacilitateissue resolution including root cause investigations and the development, implementation and monitoring of effective corrective and preventive actions
  • Monitorproductsfield performance,identifytrending issues
  • Perform technical root-cause analysis of vehicle systems (Chassis, LV/HV, FW, Thermal)
  • Drive containment and corrective actions implementation into manufacturing line / design / supplier
  • Communicate field performance of the engineering system, gather buy-in from engineering peers and leadership on improvement priorities and urgency
  • Participate in continuous improvement activities and take preventiveactions
  • Share Lessons Learned frompreviousfield issues; Provide upfront feedback byparticipatingin design reviews to ensure product performance, reliability, and manufacturability issues areidentifiedand risks mitigated. (DFMEAs)
  • Take part in ongoing optimization of the products and processes (performance, cost, technology)

What You'll Bring
  • Degree in Engineering (Mechanical; Electrical, Mechatronic; Power Electronics, Electronics), or equivalent experience
  • Prior applicable experience desired; preferably in a hands-on role such as Failure Analysis/ Manufacturing/ Quality / Service in consumer electronics or automotive
  • Specific training and demonstrated success in applying quality problem solving methods such as fishbone diagrams, FMEA, process capability analysis, hypothesis testing, DoE, SPC, etc.
  • For entry level candidates, Co-ops, or participation in student competitions such as Formula SAE, BajaSAE;Solarvehicle
  • The successful candidate for this position must have a broad technical background with the ability to work with engineering, manufacturing, service, and suppliers across a widevariety of issues. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are an absolute requirement toestablisheffective working relationships within Tesla and outside
  • Exceptional problem solving and Failure Analysis, strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
  • Ability to use tools and business system applications to manage, synthesize, and interpret data
  • Programming Languages & Tools:SQL,Python, Minitab, JMP or similar are a strong plus
  • Ability, willingness to travel domestically, and internationally (5% to 10%)
  • Must be detail oriented, effectively handle multiple priorities, have a strong qualitymindsetandhave the ability tomeet tight deadlines

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
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