Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer - Robotics

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAustin, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Robotics Engineering or equivalent experience.
At least 2 years of professional robotics experience in the automotive industry.
At least 2 years of advanced robotics programming knowledge with KUKA, Fanuc, or equivalent robotics in a professional environment.
Software development skills in Python, C++, or equivalent.
Basic programmable logic controller programming skills with Siemens, Rockwell, or equivalent.
Robotic safety programming experience, including KUKA Safe and DCS.
Proven project management experience.
Proficiency in computer-aided design while working with electrical diagrams and prints.
Problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.
Interpersonal skills and the ability to objectively resolve conflict within a large group.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work flexible hours and schedules.

Responsibilities

Design, select, manage, program, and commission automation equipment.
Implement and manage continuous process optimization, including adding advanced and conventional technologies to improve quality and productivity and reduce overall waste.
Take overall responsibility for robotics-related activities in the shop, leading and assisting production with robotics-related topics and issues.
Support and assist the maintenance team in troubleshooting difficult breakdowns and chronic equipment failures.
Develop and maintain documentation for electrical equipment and associated procedures, updating it as modifications are made.
Identify weak areas in production systems using root cause analysis and first-principles thinking, and implement effective countermeasures.
Design, implement, and maintain robot vision guidance systems to enable fully automated production lines.
Optimize and improve human-machine interfaces, supervisory control and data acquisition systems, and manufacturing execution system interfaces for the vehicle organization.
Create and improve equipment safety standards and implement them in manufacturing equipment, including periodic checks and qualification inspections.
Understand and program using several programming styles, including ladder logic and structured text.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	AUSTIN, Texas
Requisition ID	252122
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<p>Tesla is seeking a Manufacturing Controls Dev Engineer (Robotics) on the Vehicle Manufacturing Controls Engineering (VMCE) team to be part of a world-class team of engineers that are responsible for designing and building the robotic equipment at the Tesla factories. As a Controls Dev Engineer, you are responsible for any robotics equipment solutions for all automotive projects. This includes having extensive theoretical and hands-on experience of 2 years in all facets of robotic applications used in Manufacturing, as well as experience managing new product introductions, equipment projects (new installations) and process optimization, upgrades & modifications. </p><p>The key objective of the Vehicle Manufacturing Controls Engineering team is developing new and innovative solutions in the factory and help Tesla achieve its ambitious manufacturing goals. </p>

Job Responsibilities

Responsible for designing, selecting, managing, programming, and commissioning of automation equipment
Responsible for implementing and managing continuous process optimization including the addition of advanced and conventional technologies to improve quality, productivity and reduce overall waste
Overall responsibility for all robotics-related activities in the shop. Leading and assisting production in all robotics related topics and issues
Support and aid maintenance team in troubleshooting difficult breakdowns and chronic equipment failures
Develop & maintain proper documentation of all electrical equipment and associated procedures, making updates as required by modifications
Identify weak areas of the production systems using root cause analysis and first principles thinking and implement effective countermeasures using all available means
Design, implement and maintain robot vision guidance systems that will enable fully automated production lines
Optimization and improvement of human machine interfaces, and SCADA systems and MES interfaces for the vehicle organization
Creation and improvements of equipment safety standards, and the implementation of those standards into the manufacturing equipment, including periodic checks and qualification inspections; Understand and program using several different programming styles, including ladder logic, structured text

Job Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Robotics Engineering or equivalent experience
2+ years of professional robotics experience in automotive industry
2+ years of advanced robotics programming knowledge on KUKA, Fanuc, or equivalent robotics in a professional environment
Software developing skills in Python, C++ or equivalent
Basic PLC programing skills with, Siemens, Rockwell or equivalent
Robotic safety programing including Kuka Safe, DCS
Proven project management experience
Proficient in CAD working with electrical diagrams and prints
Great problem-solving skills and analytical thinking
Proven interpersonal skills and ability to objectively resolve conflict within a large group; strong communication skills, both verbal and written; Able to work flexible hours and schedules

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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