Sr. Quality Technician, Vehicle

**What to Expect**

Tesla is leading the charge in accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy, and we're revving up our operations, particularly in the dynamic fields of Vehicle production.

In our quest, we're not just cranking out vehicles at lighting speed; we're sculpting each one to perfection, adhering to the highest standards of safety and quality. Now, we're on the lookout for a sharp mind to take on a serious but seriously exciting challenge in Quality Engineering. Ready to be a key player in our mission by:

- Making sure our products and processes hit the highest safety and quality standards
- Crafting products with such precision that they practically dance off the production line, needing no or mínimal service
- Being the problem-solving hero, slashing life cycle costs and helping us achieve optimal cost efficiency in volume delivery

Here's the deal: this role isn't your everyday gig. It's your golden ticket to dive into General Assembly technology, explore great and complex manufacturing processes, and rub shoulders with diverse teams at different levels.

If you're ready to bring your A-game to Tesla and infuse some formal flair into our fun-filled journey in Quality Engineering, let's make it happen

**What You'll Do**
- Solving technical challenges by leading and supporting the problem-solving process, utilizing methodologies such as A3, 8D Methodology, Six Sigma, and Shainin.
- Implementing precise containment actions, conducting in-depth root cause analyses (utilizing methods like 5-Why, Ishikawa), and executing corrective and preventive measures as required.
- Extracting meaningful insights and driving actions from production data, process parameters, and their correlation to identified problems.
- Contributing to the monitoring of Key Performance Indicators for the Quality team and spearheading initiatives to achieve established goals.
- Taking the lead on special tasks, projects, and programs within the General Assembly Quality Engineering team.
- Establishing and fortifying relationships with teams in Operations, Production, Maintenance, Process, and Control within the General Assembly department.
- Developing an understanding of the key responsibilities and impact of Quality Engineering as a function within the company.
- Gaining insights into Tesla's operations, Technology, and Production processes.

This role provides a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of shaping the quality landscape within Tesla and delving into the intricacies of our cutting-edge technology and production methodologies.

**What You'll Bring**
- Fluency in English and German is a significant advantage.
- Pursuing or having completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline with a focus on Mechanics, Electronics, or Chemistry (e.g., quality management, process engineering, production engineering, industrial engineering).
- An analytical mindset and a solid foundation in engineering principles.
- A basic understanding and overview of Quality tools such as A3, 8D, FMEA, Control Plan, SPC, MSA, APQP, PPAP, and familiarity with Quality Management standards like ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.
- A self-starting attitude, driven to tackle the most critical problems.
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment.
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
- Bonus points for engaging in extracurricular activities (Formula Student, Erasmus Exchange, Internship Experience).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Project Management experience is a plus (PMP, Agile).
- Additional plus points for experience in JIRA, Confluence, and coding (SQL, Python).
- Your unique blend of skills and experiences will make you a valuable asset to our Quality Engineering team at Tesla. If you're ready to contribute your expertise and passion to our mission, we want to hear from you

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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.