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Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Senior Manufacturing Controls Engineer - Semi

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSparks, NV, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of experience in Controls or Software Engineering.
  • Proficiency in standard and safety programmable logic controller (PLC) programming, using Allen Bradley Studio 5000 or Beckhoff TwinCAT 3; Siemens TIA Portal is preferred.
  • Proficiency in script-based programming with Python, Go, and SQL.
  • Proficiency in robot programming with Kuka or ABB; Fanuc is preferred.
  • Proficiency in servo system commissioning with Rockwell Kinetix or Beckhoff Drive Manager 2; Siemens SIMATIC is preferred.
  • Proficiency in 2D/3D vision system programming with Cognex Insight or LMI Gocator; Keyence XGX is preferred.
  • In-depth knowledge of equipment safety standards (ANSI/RIA 15.06 and OSHA) and electrical standards (NFPA 79, NEC, and UL 508A).
  • A degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Science Engineering, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the design and development of new automation equipment and assembly lines, and develop and deploy machine and process concepts with manufacturing and mechanical design engineering peers.
  • Create and advance robust system architectures to support factory goals.
  • Program controls components, including PLCs, safety devices, human-machine interfaces (HMIs), servo drives, process hardware, and robots, from power-on through debugging, process fine-tuning, and validation.
  • Work with cross-functional teams throughout the product and process life cycle, collaborating with product design engineering, quality, production, and maintenance to bring components from initial design through prototype development and full production.
  • Participate in initial equipment conceptual development, balancing product specifications, process control requirements, layout complexity, cost, quality, and lead-time limits.
  • Implement control-reliable safety systems compliant with ANSI/RIA 15.06 and OSHA to safeguard robots, gantries, conveyors, and other high-volume manufacturing equipment.
  • Architect, write, and debug PLC logic, emphasizing code organization, structure, documentation, maintainability, and reusability.
  • Architect, write, and debug programs for subsystems such as robots, vision systems, test equipment, and manufacturing execution systems.
  • Participate in creating Tesla specifications and standards, releasing them to vendors, and technically evaluating quotes.
  • Select and size electrical and electromechanical components.
  • Create simple HMI screens for complex machinery that provide sufficient feedback for troubleshooting.
  • Lay out new industrial electrical control panels compliant with NFPA 79, NEC, and UL 508A, and create electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics.
  • Manage electrical cabinet builds, field wiring, and pneumatic and fluid plumbing.
  • Introduce automated processes into production and train maintenance and production teams to support them after deployment.

Desired Qualifications

  • Proficiency in Siemens TIA Portal.
  • Proficiency in Fanuc robot programming.
  • Proficiency in Siemens SIMATIC servo system commissioning.
  • Proficiency in Keyence XGX vision system programming.

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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