Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Instrumentation and Controls Commissioning Specialist - Cell

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAustin, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience in controls installation and commissioning, including 5 years in a supervision position.
A technical degree or certification in Electrical/Electronics or Instrumentation, or equivalent experience.
Experience commissioning high-tech industrial process controls, including pumps, motors, sensors, actuators, and programmable logic controllers.
Proficiency in installation, calibration, and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems.
Strong understanding of programmable logic controllers, distributed control systems, supervisory control and data acquisition systems, and other automation technologies.
Ability to interpret plans, C&E Matrix, Control Narratives, Wiring Diagrams, single-line diagrams, process flow diagrams, and piping and instrumentation diagrams.
Proficiency with Siemens S7 / TIA Portal, V18.
Strong troubleshooting skills for motor controls, drives, and electronic components, and proficiency using hand tools, electrical meters, and testing equipment.
A safety mindset, LOTOV experience, and NFPA 70E certification.
Ability to work at heights up to 60 feet, regularly lift at least 50 pounds, perform repetitive hand and wrist motions, twist and bend, and work using a Powered Air Purifying Respirator.

Responsibilities

Perform quality inspections to confirm scopes of work are installed according to design drawings and specifications.
Configure and calibrate instrumentation, equipment, and control systems, and perform loop checks on sensors, transmitters, controllers, and actuators.
Coordinate PLC programming, process function, and HMI screen development with the manufacturing team; perform VFD configuration, motor IDs, and networking; support commissioning during start-up, functional testing, and operations.
Use completion tools to track progress and issues for instrumentation devices throughout the project.
Collaborate with the I&C Project Manager to develop commissioning plans, communicate progress, identify risks, and coordinate resources.
Use completions management software to complete checklists and track punchlist items.

Desired Qualifications

Additional experience with Ignition and Allen Bradley PLCs is preferred.

Category	Construction & Facilities
Location	Austin, Texas
Requisition ID	283101
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<div class="MSWordContent"><p>Tesla's Cell Infrastructure team is looking for an experienced Instrumentation and Controls Technician to be an integral part of the team responsible for commissioning controls at our battery production facility in Gigafactory Texas. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, critical thinking, troubleshooting, and collaboration with stakeholders.  You will play a key role in ensuring the reliable operation of control systems and instrumentation, contributing to the efficiency and safety of the facility. This role has a travel expectancy of 25%. </div>

Job Responsibilities

Perform quality inspections to confirm scopes of work are installed per design drawings and specifications
Configure, calibrate, and perform loop checks on a variety of instrumentation, equipment and control systems, including sensors, transmitters, controllers, and actuators
Work closely with manufacturing team to coordinate PLC programming, process function, and HMI screen development. Perform VFD configuration, motor IDs, and networking. Support the commissioning team during start-up, functional testing, and operations.
Use completion tools to track progress and issues of instrumentation devices throughout the project
Collaborate with the I&C Project Manager to develop commissioning plans, communicate progress, identify risks, and coordinate resources
Utilize completions management software to complete checklists and track punchlist items

Job Requirements

Minimum 10 years experience in controls installation and commissioning with 5 years in a supervision position
Technical degree or certification in Electrical/Electronics, Instrumentation, or equivalent experience 
Experience commissioning high-tech industrial process controls including but not limited to: pumps, motors, sensors, actuators, PLCs. Proficient in the installation, calibration, and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems. Strong understanding of PLCs, DCS, SCADA systems, and other automation technologies
Able to interpret plans, C&E Matrix, Control Narratives, Wiring Diagrams, SLD’s, PFD’s and P&ID’s
Proficient with Siemens S7 / TIA Portal, V18; additional experience with Ignition and Allen Bradley PLCs is preferred. Strong skills in troubleshooting motor controls, drives, and electronic components and proficient in using hand tools, electrical meters, and testing equipment
An uncompromising safety mindset, LOTOV experience, and NFPA 70E Certification 
Ability to work at high elevations (up to 60ft) and lift at least 50 lbs. regularly, perform repetitive hand and wrist motions, and twist and bend the body. Must be able to work using a Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR)

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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