Tesla Looking For CMM Programmer / Inspector at Fremont, CA Full Time

The Role:

Tesla’s Prototype Machine Shop is seeking a skilled and highly motivated CMM Programmer/Quality Inspector to join the team and contribute to our mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

The Prototype Machine Shop Team provides engineers and technicians across the organization with machined components as well as insight into machining and other adjacent manufacturing processes. Through the Prototype Shop’s efforts, we help enhance components and systems design by bringing conceptual ideas to the physical world. Engineering initiatives we contribute towards range widely from pre-production vehicles, energy systems, artificial intelligence, and other future-shaping products.

The CMM Programmer/Quality Inspector is a key component of the Prototype Machine Shop Team. Quality and accuracy are paramount to the success of our team, the engineers we support and Tesla as a whole. Help us achieve our best work and apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and generate CMM programs to verify first article, in process, and final product of various complex and critical components to engineering specifications
• Prove CMM programs using simulation software to prevent crashes.
• Perform mechanical inspection using surface plate and other inspection equipment.
• Assist machinists with measuring critical dimensions at the machines using precision inspection tools.
• Tracking, documentation and reporting of CMM data, inspection observations and interpretations
• Provide feedback to engineers, machinists and programmers on design and process improvement
• Root cause analysis and problem solving
• Work as a team by openly collaborating with engineers and fellow team members
• Proactively communicate with engineers, management, and other team members through verbal, email, text, phone and other internal electronic communications
• Maintain, calibrate, and clean inspection tools to ensure accuracy
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace
• Participate in continuous improvement projects for the shop and Tesla
• Perform all assignments in accordance with EH&S and security policies

Key Qualifications:

• 5+ years related experience in CMM programming in a manufacturing environment
• Proficient with Zeiss Calypso
• Strong CATIA or 3D CAD experience to work with native files as well as STEP and IGES to compare collected measurement data to nominal condition
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of engineering drawings, documents and GD&T
• Thorough knowledge in the use of measurement and inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauge pins, bore gauges, optical comparator, etc.
• Positive energy and attitude, with a passion for prototyping and machining
• Thrives in a fast paced, constantly evolving environment with tight deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent analytical and mathematical skills
• Excellent mechanical aptitude
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to develop and present technical information
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively both independently and as a team with minimal supervision
• Ability to remain positive and focused in demanding and stressful situations
• Basic experience with common Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
• Maintains a growth mindset
• Flexible with ability to work overtime on short notice based on strategic needs of the company
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with PC-DMIS
• Experience with Polyworks and/or Verisurf
• Experience with FARO arm and structured light scanning systems
• Experience operating and/or programming CNC machines

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 – $42.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Fremont, CA 94304: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• CMM programming: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location