Manufacturing Jobs in Austin, TX
Manufacturing jobs in Austin, Texas concentrate in the East Austin industrial corridor, Del Valle near the airport, and the Round Rock and Pflugerville edges of the metro, where semiconductor fabrication, defense electronics, and clean energy equipment production drive steady demand. Employers hiring right now include Tesla, Applied Materials, and Dover Fueling Solutions. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The Cell Manufacturing Engineering team at Tesla is looking for a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineer to contribute to the development and design of battery cell manufacturing equipment.
Battery cells are one of the most complex and challenging components designed and manufactured at Tesla. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to Tesla’s world-class manufacturing facilities. Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will work on designing and developing a new generation of leading edge, high speed, ultra-high scale automated manufacturing equipment.
In addition to developing and sourcing automated manufacturing equipment, the Manufacturing Equipment Engineer works with cross-functional teams to test, validate, and roll-out equipment to production. The ideal candidate takes pride in his/her hands-on work, analytical ability, organizational skills, and attention to detail. S/he appreciates an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed, and rewarded and where individuals carry tremendous responsibility. S/he looks forward to learning an incredible amount on the job.
What You'll Do
- Take equipment from a rough concept to full production
- Manage equipment suppliers or internal design teams through development and deployment milestones -RFQ, PO release, FDR, FAT, SAT, SOP
- Develop line layouts, station requirements (work content, automated versus manual, buffering strategy, redundancy requirements, etc.) and equipment timing charts
- Develop material flow strategy within factory and identify utilities needed and utility distribution strategy (PDPs, compressed air, process water, etc.)
- Complete process failure mode and analysis (PFMEA)
- Visit and evaluate equipment vendors
- Oversee equipment installation and coordinate with building and utilities team
- Provide all necessary documentation, including manufacturing instructions, spare parts lists, maintenance plans, electrical drawings, and related materials, train relevant team members on equipment usage, hand over the equipment to the sustaining production team
What You'll Bring
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of related experience developing and launching new manufacturing equipment
- Experience with large manufacturing lines implementation
- Experience with industrial engineering concepts—such as line balancing and timing charts
- Good mechanical aptitude and understanding of tolerance stack up, Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally
- Understanding of manufacturing equipment safety systems (Safety PLCs, safety category requirements, robot safety, safety guarding, light curtains, LOTO, etc.)
- Strong familiarity with structured problem-solving methodologies such as DMAIC, 5 Whys, Fishbone, and 8D
- Experience with developing layouts in AutoCAD and designing mechanical equipment, fixturing, and tooling in CAD (SolidWorks preferred, Catia is also a plus)
- Experience with vision systems, PLC controls (Allen Bradley, Siemens, and/or Beckhoff) and MES & database system architecture and data tracking Python and/or MYSQL is preferred
- Experience with following manufacturing equipment is a plus: Electrolyte fill, laser welding, prismatic cell formation, automated storage and retrieval systems
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:
- 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
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
The Cell Manufacturing Engineering team at Tesla is looking for a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineer to contribute to the development and design of battery cell manufacturing equipment.
Battery cells are one of the most complex and challenging components designed and manufactured at Tesla. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to Tesla’s world-class manufacturing facilities. Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will work on designing and developing a new generation of leading edge, high speed, ultra-high scale automated manufacturing equipment.
In addition to developing and sourcing automated manufacturing equipment, the Manufacturing Equipment Engineer works with cross-functional teams to test, validate, and roll-out equipment to production. The ideal candidate takes pride in his/her hands-on work, analytical ability, organizational skills, and attention to detail. S/he appreciates an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed, and rewarded and where individuals carry tremendous responsibility. S/he looks forward to learning an incredible amount on the job.
What You'll Do
- Take equipment from a rough concept to full production
- Manage equipment suppliers or internal design teams through development and deployment milestones -RFQ, PO release, FDR, FAT, SAT, SOP
- Develop line layouts, station requirements (work content, automated versus manual, buffering strategy, redundancy requirements, etc.) and equipment timing charts
- Develop material flow strategy within factory and identify utilities needed and utility distribution strategy (PDPs, compressed air, process water, etc.)
- Complete process failure mode and analysis (PFMEA)
- Visit and evaluate equipment vendors
- Oversee equipment installation and coordinate with building and utilities team
- Provide all necessary documentation, including manufacturing instructions, spare parts lists, maintenance plans, electrical drawings, and related materials, train relevant team members on equipment usage, hand over the equipment to the sustaining production team
What You'll Bring
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of related experience developing and launching new manufacturing equipment
- Experience with large manufacturing lines implementation
- Experience with industrial engineering concepts—such as line balancing and timing charts
- Good mechanical aptitude and understanding of tolerance stack up, Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally
- Understanding of manufacturing equipment safety systems (Safety PLCs, safety category requirements, robot safety, safety guarding, light curtains, LOTO, etc.)
- Strong familiarity with structured problem-solving methodologies such as DMAIC, 5 Whys, Fishbone, and 8D
- Experience with developing layouts in AutoCAD and designing mechanical equipment, fixturing, and tooling in CAD (SolidWorks preferred, Catia is also a plus)
- Experience with vision systems, PLC controls (Allen Bradley, Siemens, and/or Beckhoff) and MES & database system architecture and data tracking Python and/or MYSQL is preferred
- Experience with following manufacturing equipment is a plus: Electrolyte fill, laser welding, prismatic cell formation, automated storage and retrieval systems
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:
- 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
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
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Who's Hiring
- Tesla230
- Applied Materials22
- Dover Fueling Solutions22
- Amazon14
- AMD7
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
Manufacturing Jobs in Austin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a manufacturing job in Austin?
Target Austin's strongest hiring pockets: semiconductor and electronics fabrication in East Austin and the Domain-adjacent tech corridor, defense and aerospace suppliers near Bergstrom, and clean energy and EV component plants in Del Valle and Pflugerville. Hands-on experience with CNC machining, surface-mount assembly, or automated production lines gives you a clear edge here, and certifications like IPC or OSHA 10 are valued by the large electronics and defense contractors that dominate local hiring.
Which companies hire manufacturings in Austin?
Companies currently hiring manufacturings in Austin include Tesla, Applied Materials, and Dover Fueling Solutions, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Austin's manufacturing employer base skews heavily toward semiconductor fabs, defense electronics integrators, and clean energy equipment producers, so expect a mix of global tier-one manufacturers and fast-growing regional suppliers.
Are there remote manufacturing jobs in Austin?
Yes, but only for select roles: hands-on production, assembly, and quality inspection work is inherently on-site, while process engineering, supply chain coordination, and manufacturing program management can run hybrid or fully remote. About 6% of manufacturing openings tied to Austin are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, concentrated in roles like manufacturing engineer, production planner, and quality systems analyst rather than floor-level positions.
How can I get a manufacturing job in Austin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point in Austin is a production technician or assembly operator role at one of the metro's electronics or semiconductor facilities, which regularly hire candidates with a high school diploma or associate degree and train on proprietary equipment. Austin Community College's advanced manufacturing programs and workforce partnerships with local fabs provide a direct pipeline, and temp-to-hire staffing agencies placing workers in Del Valle and East Austin industrial parks are another proven entry path.
Which industries hire the most manufacturings in Austin?
The sectors hiring the most manufacturings in Austin are Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Austin's role as a semiconductor hub and a growing center for defense electronics and clean energy production keeps those sectors consistently at the top of local manufacturing demand.
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