Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Equipment Engineer - Power Conversion System

Equipment MaintenanceUpdated on Nov 11

Full-timeFremont, CA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical systems, and machine design.
Experience supporting automated equipment, particularly robotic handling, fastening, dispense, and test stations.
Understanding of automation support systems, including conveyors, variable frequency drives, servo actuators, and machine guarding.
Ability to read and interpret electrical and pneumatic schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical prints.
Proficiency in 2D and 3D computer-aided design tools such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or CATIA for equipment design and layout development.
Basic understanding of programmable logic controllers, human-machine interfaces, and safety interlocks to collaborate effectively with Controls Engineering.
Skill in using shop tools, mechanical assembly, and light machining or welding.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day coverage of Power Conversion System production equipment, including robots, conveyors, auto fastening systems, and dispense/validation stations.
Respond promptly to alarms, breakdowns, and production requests to minimize downtime and ensure continuity.
Diagnose equipment failures, perform root cause analysis, and document corrective actions.
Own equipment health and uptime metrics; drive total productive maintenance, preventive maintenance completion, and reliability improvements.
Develop and maintain preventive maintenance procedures and schedules to ensure sustainable equipment performance.
Lead or support major repairs, rebuilds, and retrofits during planned downtime or production breaks.
Collaborate with Controls, Process, and Test Engineering to address equipment issues, implement design changes, and improve overall equipment effectiveness.
Participate in spare parts strategy and manage component reliability with vendors and maintenance engineering.
Design and implement equipment reliability improvement projects focused on hardware upgrades, improved component design, and operator ergonomics.
Act as a subject matter expert and trainer for assigned equipment, building shift-level technician capability.

Desired Qualifications

Familiarity with KUKA robots, as well as Fanuc or Bdtronic equipment for pick-and-place or adhesive dispense applications.
Hands-on experience with Hipot, Leak, or Functional Test systems.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	Fremont, California
Requisition ID	255604
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<p>As an Equipment Engineer for the Power Conversion System line, you will play a critical role in sustaining and optimizing the equipment that builds Tesla’s next-generation battery packs. The Power Conversion System line integrates complex automation — including KUKA robotics pick-and-place systems, auto fastening, adhesive dispense, leak and Hipot testers, and end-of-line (EOL) validation stations.<br>You will be the first line of technical response for production support, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. This role requires strong mechanical, electrical, and automation fundamentals, a bias for action, and the ability to solve problems quickly in a high-volume, high-reliability manufacturing environment.</p>

Job Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day coverage of Power Conversion System production equipment, including robots, conveyors, auto fastening systems, and dispense/validation stations
Respond to alarms, breakdowns, and production requests promptly to minimize downtime and ensure continuity
Diagnose equipment failures, perform root cause analysis, and document corrective actions
Own equipment health and uptime metrics — drive TPM, PM completion, and reliability improvements
Develop and maintain Preventive Maintenance (PM) procedures and schedules, ensuring sustainable equipment performance
Lead or support major repairs, rebuilds, and retrofits during planned downtime or production breaks
Collaborate with Controls, Process, and Test Engineering to address equipment issues, implement design changes, and improve OEE
Participate in spare parts strategy and manage component reliability with vendors and maintenance engineering
Design and implement equipment reliability improvement projects, focusing on hardware upgrades, improved component design, and operator ergonomics
Act as subject matter expert and trainer for assigned equipment, building shift-level technician capability

Job Requirements

Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience
Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical systems, and machine design
Experience supporting automated equipment, particularly robotic handling, fastening, dispense, and test stations
Familiarity with KUKA robots (preferred), as well as Fanuc or Bdtronic for pick-and-place or adhesive dispense applications
Understanding of automation support systems, including conveyors, VFDs, servo actuators, and machine guarding
Ability to read and interpret electrical and pneumatic schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical prints
Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or CATIA) for equipment design and layout development
Basic understanding of controls interfaces (PLCs, HMIs, safety interlocks) to collaborate effectively with Controls Engineering
Hands-on experience with Hipot, Leak, or Functional Test systems a plus
Skilled in use of shop tools, mechanical assembly, and light machining or welding

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

Recently Posted Jobs

Explore more opportunities at Tesla

See more jobs