Staff Quality Systems Engineer, Remanufacturing

Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Nevada, Sparks
1 Electric Avenue (Show on map)
Jan 07, 2026
What to Expect Tesla is seeking a Staff Quality Systems Engineer to lead quality systems establishment and oversight for our global remanufacturing sites, traveling to audit compliance/effectiveness and managing at least one technician per site (direct reports) for targeted audits. This hands-on role demands dependability, integrity, and a servant leadership approach to empower site teams while upholding our uncompromising high bar on safety and quality standards. Expect frequent travel, cross-functional collaboration, and a focus on continuous improvement in a sustainable, people-first culture. What You'll Do Establish and standardize quality systems across global remanufacturing sites, including process design, documentation, and implementation aligned with high standards Travel to sites to conduct audits on compliance, system effectiveness, and performance, identifying gaps and driving corrective actions Manage and mentor distributed technicians who perform select system audits, ensuring consistent execution and reporting Develop feedback loops, CAPA processes, and metrics monitoring to resolve issues proactively and prevent recurrence Collaborate with site and cross-functional teams to integrate quality into remanufacturing operations, eliminating waste and enhancing repeatability Champion continuous improvement and first principles thinking to evolve systems beyond baseline requirements Contribute to strategic planning for global scalability and regulatory alignment What You'll Bring Degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or equivalent experience 7+ years in quality engineering, with experience establishing/auditing systems in global manufacturing/remanufacturing Proven track record managing remote/distributed teams and conducting effective audits Knowledge of quality standards (e.g. ISO 9001) and tools/methodologies (e.g. PFMEA, root cause analysis, CAPA) Willingness to travel extensively (up to 50%, including international) Self-motivated with "A Message to Garcia" dependability and bias for action Servant leadership style, empowering others through guidance and strong communication Impeccable judgment, uncompromising integrity on quality/safety, and resilience in dynamic environments ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or similar certification is a plus Compensation and Benefits Benefits 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