Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer - Megapack Body in White

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAustin, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in PLC programming and applications.
Expert proficiency in Siemens TIA Portal, including S7-1500, SCL/LAD, Safety, PROFINET, and WinCC.
A proven record of commissioning and programming manufacturing systems at the line, station, or component level.
Ability to write production-quality function blocks from scratch using only provided documentation.
Ability to learn quickly, perform under pressure, and manage multiple requests concurrently.
Experience with processes such as material handling, battery and module assembly, vision, joining, and end-of-line testing.
A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Electrical schematic design using EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical.

Responsibilities

Own technical direction, schedule, vendors, and cross-functional coordination for assigned projects from kickoff through handover.
Participate in early equipment concept development, balancing product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead time.
Architect, develop, and debug PLC programs in Siemens TIA Portal using S7-1500 and ET 200SP, with structured, documented, maintainable, reusable programs using library types, UDTs, modular FB/FC design, SCL, LAD, and GRAPH.
Design and build function blocks from device manuals, interface and communication specifications such as PROFINET GSDML and telegram maps, process descriptions, and company standards; provide clean interfaces, diagnostics, and HMI integration ready for library release.
Use AI-assisted engineering tools for code generation, code review, documentation, and troubleshooting while retaining engineering ownership of the results.
Integrate PLC code with conveyors, robots, servo/motion axes, MES, machine vision, test and end-of-line systems including high-voltage, insulation, and leak testing, torque tools, and third-party equipment over PROFINET, PROFIsafe, and OPC UA.
Lead root-cause analysis of downtime and controls failures and implement permanent fixes.
Introduce automated processes into production, then train and equip sustaining teams to support the equipment after deployment.

Desired Qualifications

Robot programming knowledge, including Fanuc, KUKA, or ABB.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	AUSTIN, Texas
Requisition ID	285521
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<p>The Energy Manufacturing Controls Team is hiring only the best controls engineers to design, validate, and commission the production systems that build Megapack, Supercharger, and Powerpack. You will work across our Austin and Houston-area factories, taking new equipment from concept to full-rate production. </p><p>As a Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer, you will own the controls system of these lines and be directly responsible for its results. You will take charge of any project you are given, learn new technology fast, and handle many competing requests under real production pressure. Everything on the line will be questioned, challenged, and improved. Join our team to build the machines that accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. </p>

Job Responsibilities

Take charge of any assigned project, regardless of scope or starting state. Own technical direction, schedule, vendors, and cross-functional coordination from kickoff through handover
Take part in early equipment concept development, balancing product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead time
Architect, develop, and debug PLC programs in Siemens TIA Portal (S7-1500 / ET 200SP) that are organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable. Use library types, UDTs, and modular FB/FC design in SCL, LAD, and GRAPH
Design and build new function blocks (FBs) from provided documentation, such as device manuals, interface/communication specs (PROFINET GSDML, telegram maps), process descriptions, and Tesla standards. Deliver clean interfaces, diagnostics, and HMI integration ready for library release
Use AI-assisted engineering tools (code generation, code review, documentation, and troubleshooting) to speed up development while keeping full engineering ownership of the result
Integrate PLC code with subsystems such as conveyors, robots, servo/motion axes, MES, machine vision, test and EOL systems (high-voltage, insulation, and leak test), torque tools, and third-party equipment over PROFINET, PROFIsafe, and OPC UA
Lead root-cause analysis of downtime and controls failures and implement permanent fixes
Introduce automated processes into production, then train and equip sustaining teams to support the equipment after deployment

Job Requirements

3+ years of experience in PLC programming and applications
Expert proficiency in Siemens TIA Portal (S7-1500, SCL/LAD, Safety, PROFINET, WinCC)
Proven record of commissioning and programming manufacturing systems at the line, station, or component level
Ability to write production-quality FBs from scratch using only provided documentation
Ability to adapt and learn at an accelerated rate, and to perform under pressure while managing many requests at once
Experience with processes such as material handling, battery and module assembly, vision, joining, and end-of-line testing
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
Robot programming knowledge (Fanuc, KUKA, ABB) is a plus
Electrical schematic design (EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical)
Some travel for vendor visits and commissioning. Based in Austin, TX, with regular support for Houston-area sites

About the Company

Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Tesla makes electric cars and batteries that store power for homes and utilities, and it develops self-driving software and humanoid robots. In 2023, its Model Y became the first electric vehicle to rank as the world's best-selling car. Buyers order the Model 3 sedan, Model Y SUV, or Cybertruck pickup directly from Tesla instead of through dealers, and they charge on its Supercharger fast-charging network. It also sells Megapack and Powerwall batteries, runs a robotaxi service, and charges drivers a monthly fee for self-driving software that still needs their supervision. Tesla was founded in 2003, with Elon Musk as its lead early investor and a recognized co-founder, and it is based in Austin, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Austin, TX
Founded: 2003

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