Quality Engineer, Material Review - #254988

What To Expect
As an MRB Quality Engineer at Tesla’s Gigafactory in Nevada, you will be the critical link between Manufacturing, Design, and Supplier Quality teams to ensure that materials, components, and assemblies meet Tesla’s high standards. You will oversee the Material Review Board (MRB) process, drive data-informed root cause analysis, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve nonconformances efficiently. This role requires a technical, analytical, and process-focused engineer with strong communication skills and a passion for continuous improvement in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.

What You'll Do

Lead MRB Review Process & Cross-Functional Collaboration. Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to review and disposition nonconforming materials. Ensure timely, data-driven decisions and communicate findings across departments

Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Using 5M/5Why/8D. Implement structured problem-solving methods to identify true causes of defects and define preventive actions

Manage Design Deviations & Analyze Part Specifications. Evaluate and authorize design deviations or concessions in partnership with engineering teams. Review technical drawings/specifications to confirm parts meet functional and safety requirements

Collaborate with Supplier Quality Engineering to address quality concerns and improve supplier performance. Conduct supplier audits and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Oversee chargeback processes for defective materials, partnering with finance/legal to recoup costs. Document supplier non-conformances and enforce contract requirements

Leverage SQL and programming skills to gather, aggregate, and interpret data on material rejection rates. Identify recurring patterns and create predictive models to reduce future defects

Develop dashboards and reports to illustrate defect trends, root causes, and cost implications

Maintain robust documentation systems (deviations, inspection records, audits) for full product lifecycle traceability

Align with industry standards (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949) and relevant regulations. Plan and conduct internal and supplier audits to verify compliance, documenting corrective actions for closure

Lead or participate in Process and Product FMEAs to identify and prevent potential failures

What You'll Bring

Degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience

3+ years of experience in Quality Engineering, MRB, or related roles in high-volume manufacturing environments

Proven track record in root cause analysis (5M, 5Why, 8D) and corrective action processes

Strong data analysis proficiency, including SQL and basic coding for data mining, aggregation, and visualization

Familiarity with statistical analysis methods, process capability studies, and quality control tools

Experience establishing and managing documentation systems for nonconformances, deviations, and quality audits

Comfortable working with engineering drawings and technical specifications, with attention to detail and thorough record-keeping

Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting quality metrics, presenting data insights, and aligning cross-functional teams

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and juggling multiple priorities effectively

Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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

Employee Assistance Program

Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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

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