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Industrial Engineering Technician, LFP Cell Manufacturing

Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Nevada, Sparks
1 Electric Avenue (Show on map)
Jul 09, 2026
What to Expect Tesla's LFP Cell Manufacturing Team at our Reno/Tahoe Campus near Gigafactory Nevada, in the beautiful Tahoe region, is seeking a motivated Industrial Engineering Technician to help implement and sustain Industrial Engineering principles across our cutting-edge manufacturing processes. In this role, you'll collaborate with engineers, production management, and cross-functional teams to optimize production, material flow, and efficiency as we ramp a greenfield LFP battery factory. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of the largest battery manufacturing facilities in the world in a fast-paced, innovative environment. What You'll Do Assist Industrial Engineers in developing and deploying efficient systems to integrate production associates, machines, material requirements, and information to achieve optimal manufacturing processes Collaborate with Production Management and cross-functional support teams to identify manufacturing constraints and execute solutions accordingly Support capacity planning, labor forecasting, and work assignment planning based on production associate performance, machine capability, and production schedules Create multi-process workstation layouts, standardized work, staffing plans, process maps, and diagrams illustrating workflow, product routing, floor layouts, material flow, and equipment utilization using tools such as AutoCAD or Visio Conduct statistical production cycle time studies, analyze data, and optimize processes Participate in continuous improvement projects applying Lean, 5S, PDCA, JIT, Kanban, and other problem-solving methodologies What You'll Bring Degree in Manufacturing Technology or equivalent experience 2+ years' experience working as a Technician or Production Lead Understands the definition of Takt time, target cycle time, and factors of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) in depth Moderate data analysis skills - Tableau/Splunk/SQL knowledge is a plus Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (Visio is a plus). Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematic drawings and formula Exemplary verbal and written communication skills. Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal. Conflict resolution and change management skills are a plus Essential Physical Demands Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day Ability to perform repetitious duties, including stairs and standing for long periods of time over varied and uneven terrain Frequently and repetitively lift, push, carry up to 30 lbs., bend, reach, stoop, squat, kneel, crouch, twist, and crawl for extended periods of time Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, or hearing Potential exposure to confined spaces and hazardous materials Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, clean room suits, respiratory devices, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines 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