Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Camera & Lens

• Conduct Design for Manufacturing (DFM) to optimize camera module and lens designs for robust performance and manufacturability
• Conduct design risk assessments using optical simulation tools, statistical methods, and Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) to enhance product reliability and image quality
• Optimize design solutions in the early phases to achieve superior performance, scalability, and cost efficiency
• Partner with Tesla's Design, Image Quality, Testing, Reliability (REL), and Supplier teams to define performance specifications and key supplier metrics
• Manage supplier performance in quality, on-time delivery, and production capacity, driving continuous improvements in operations, scalability, cost, and quality
• Lead supplier audits for camera modules and lenses to verify compliance with performance, delivery, and reliability standards
• Oversee supplier manufacturing process development, launch readiness for new products, and design changes, ensuring seamless integration
• Guide suppliers in establishing robust processes and procedures for efficient, high-yield production of conforming products
• Validate supplier corrective actions for design or process changes, ensuring they are sustainable and applied across relevant manufacturing lines and suppliers
• Recommend new or alternative materials to improve design, manufacturability, or cost-effectiveness

• Bachelor's Degree in Optics, Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience demonstrating exceptional ability
• Minimum 5 years in lens and camera design and manufacturing, including auto-focus lens and actuator design/processes, single-lens and coating processes, and supply chain management for single lenses, lens modules, and full camera module sub-components
• Hands-on assembly and test experience covering lens and coating assembly, camera module assembly, Active Alignment (AA), UV curing, dispensing, and optical End-of-Line (EOL) testing
• Proficiency in GD&T (3D CAD preferred), with opto-mechanical expertise in statistical tolerance analysis, design quality assessment, and improvement techniques
• Practical experience applying Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA)
• In-depth knowledge of image sensors and image quality metrics; preferred hands-on ability to characterize and improve lens and camera module performance (MTF, distortion, stray light, flare, and ghost artifacts)
• Strong Six Sigma background, with DFSS highly desired, plus solid knowledge of statistical tools such as JMP or Minitab, predictive modeling, and their applications
• Proven experience developing and managing camera module and lens suppliers, including direct engagement with contract manufacturers
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, with willingness to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally, including on short notice
• Preferred: experience with optical simulation tools such as Zemax or Code V. conduct comprehensive optical and image quality characterization of the lens and camera module, including hands-on analysis to assess and improve design quality, improve image performance (e.g. MTF, distortion, straylight/fare/ghost), and components like Lens coating, Single lens, Lens and full camera modules

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
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)

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.