Staff Quality Systems Engineer, Solar

Quality Systems EngineerTesla is seeking a Quality Systems Engineer to develop and implement quality management systems at our Solar site. This position will involve managing technicians (direct reports) for vision automation, production audits and project managing data science deliverables, to achieve quantifiable improvements to the Tesla quality systems. This hands-on role demands dependability, integrity, and a servant leadership approach to empower site teams while upholding our uncompromising high bar on safety, quality, and standards. Expect travel, cross-functional collaboration, and a focus on continuous improvement in a sustainable, people-first culture.ResponsibilitiesLead and support development of Solar energy systems to meet defined specifications and quality standards with suppliers and production processesArchitect advanced integrated quality systems leveraging real-time data from Tesla's manufacturing platformsChampion continuous improvement and first principles thinking to evolve systems beyond baseline requirementsManage and mentor technicians who perform select system audits, ensuring consistent execution, reporting and problem solvingConduct audits on compliance, system effectiveness, and performance, identifying gaps and driving corrective actionsDevelop feedback loops, CAPA processes, and metrics monitoring to resolve issues proactively and prevent recurrenceThis role requires travel to supplier and production sites as neededCollaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure preparedness for external regulatory audits (e.g. ISO 9001, compliance) and customer visitsRequirementsDegree in Electrical, Mechanical, Materials, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experienceASQ or Six Sigma certification are preferredExperience in Solar manufacturing preferredA minimum of 5+ years of experienceSpecific training and demonstrated success in applying design for quality and problem solving methodologies, FMEA, process capability analysis, hypothesis testing, DoE, SPC, etc.Strong background and demonstrated success applying statistical methodsMinitab, JMP or other statistical software capabilities are preferredData mining and database (e.g. MySQL) experienceExcellent oral, written and presentation communication skillsCompensation & BenefitsBenefitsAlong 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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&DShort-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)Employee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks program