Tesla is taking a big step toward bringing its humanoid robot, Optimus , to life. The company has officially begun hiring for various manufacturing roles at its Fremont Factory in California, signaling that it is preparing for large-scale production of the AI-powered robot.
According to recent job postings on Tesla’s careers page, the company is looking to build a specialized team dedicated to Optimus production. The company is hiring for a variety of roles, including: (h/t: Sawyer Merritt)
- Manufacturing Engineering Technician, Tesla Bot
- Manufacturing Quality Technician, Tesla Bot
- Manufacturing Process Technician, Tesla Bot
- Production Manager, Tesla Bot
- Process Supervisor, Tesla Bot
- Associate Production Manager, Tesla Bot
- Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer, Tesla Bot
- Production Supervisor, Tesla Bot
- Process Associate Manager, Tesla Bot
- Process Engineer, Tesla Bot
- Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, Tesla Bot
- Quality Engineer, Tesla Bot
Karissa Thein, a Senior Sourcer at Tesla, confirmed the hiring push in a recent post on LinkedIn, saying:
“My team is turning Tesla Bot into a reality! We’re building Tesla Bot in our Fremont Factory in California, and we’re looking for engineers up for the challenge of getting this product ramped up for high-volume production.”
Tesla unveiled the first working prototype of Optimus in 2022, demonstrating its ability to walk, manipulate objects, and perform basic tasks. The company unveiled the most recent prototype, Gen 2, in late 2023, which has significant advancements in its movements and capabilities compared to previous prototypes. The long-term goal is for the humanoid robot to take on repetitive or dangerous jobs, both in Tesla’s own factories and in other industries.
During the company’s Q4 2024 earnings call, Musk said the V1 production line would be able to produce roughly 1,000 units per month. Musk further explained that he expects that line to launch in mid-2026, and the first deliveries of Optimus to companies outside of Tesla will take place in the second half of 2026.
Musk has previously stated that Optimus could be Tesla’s most important product in the future, even surpassing the company’s vehicle business in scale with the potential to generate $10 trillion in revenue. With Tesla now actively recruiting engineers and production specialists, it appears that the transition from prototype to practical deployment is well underway.
