Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Manufacturing Controls Engineer - Drive Unit, Semi

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSparks, NV, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent experience.
At least 2 years of automotive manufacturing experience in a controls engineering role.
Proficiency programming equipment sequences with IEC 61131-compliant programming languages and troubleshooting logic, such as Siemens or Allen-Bradley.
Hands-on experience with Fanuc robot programming.
Proficiency with HMI/SCADA industrial systems such as SIMATIC WinCC, TIA Portal, or Ignition SCADA.
Experience with motor drive setup and troubleshooting, including SEW EUROdrive and Siemens G120 or S120.
Experience with electrical design using EPlan or AutoCAD Electrical and schematic troubleshooting.
Demonstrated experience with three-phase 480/208 VAC, single-phase 208/120 VAC, and 24 VDC systems.
Knowledge of PROFINET and Ethernet communication protocols.
Familiarity with configuring and optimizing vision systems such as Keyence and Cognex, and programming dispense and fluid-fill systems.
Strong problem-solving ability to address complex technical issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.

Responsibilities

Travel internationally to work with equipment vendors to validate and launch new production tooling as part of Factory Acceptance Testing.
Troubleshoot and optimize PLCs by diagnosing and resolving faults to minimize downtime, improve cycle times, and enhance process efficiency.
Install, program, and integrate new equipment, including robotics, sensors, and dispense systems, into existing automated lines.
Configure and program I/O devices, servo systems, Fanuc robots, and vision systems to meet process and production needs.
Modify PLC control sequence logic, robot sequence and vision programs, and other system controls to enhance safety and reliability, reduce faults, and achieve production goals.
Update HMI software to optimize the equipment operator experience.
Review and update electrical wiring diagrams and layout drawings for VFDs, servos, PLCs, and other controls devices.
Support 24/7 production operations as needed.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with motor drive setup and troubleshooting involving Siemens G120 or S120 is preferred.
Experience with electrical design using EPlan is preferred; AutoCAD Electrical is an alternative.
Fanuc 2D IRVision and Fanuc 3DVision experience is an asset.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	Sparks, Nevada
Requisition ID	286795
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<p>Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Controls Engineer to join the Drive Unit shop at our Semi Manufacturing Factory in Sparks, NV. The Manufacturing Controls Engineer will be experienced in the automation controls field, bringing their exposure to Siemens or other PLC platforms, Fanuc robots, and safety systems. This role requires hands-on involvement on the manufacturing line and emphasizes analytical abilities, organization skills, and attention to detail. As a Manufacturing Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting any lineside troubleshooting, analyzing, and improving current system, and develop and deploy new PLC code to help remove production bottlenecks. International Travel for FAT support is required for the role.</p>

Job Responsibilities

Travel internationally to work with equipment vendors to validate and launch new production tooling as part of Factory Acceptance Testing (FATs)
PLC Troubleshooting and Optimization: Diagnose and resolve PLC faults to minimize downtime, improve cycle times, and enhance process efficiency
Equipment Integration: Seamlessly install, program, and integrate new equipment, including robotics, sensors, and dispense systems, into existing automated lines
Programming and Commissioning: Configure and program IO devices, servo systems, Fanuc robots, and vision systems to meet process and production needs
System Improvements: Modify PLC Controls sequence logic, robot sequence and vision programs, and other system controls to enhance safety, reliability, reduce faults, and achieve production goals. HMI software updates to optimize equipment operator experience
Equipment Electrical updates: Review and update electrical wiring diagrams, layout drawings for VFDs, Servos, PLC and other controls devices
Support 24/7 Production Operations as needed

Job Requirements

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent experience
2+ years with Automotive manufacturing experience as a Controls Engineering role
Technical Expertise: Proficiency in PLC programming of Equipment sequences using IEC-61131 complaint programming languages and logic troubleshooting (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and hands-on experience with Fanuc robot programming. Proficiency in HMI/SCADA industrial systems (SIMATIC WinCC, TIA Portal or Ignition SCADA). Experience with Motor Drive setup and troubleshooting (SEW EURODrive and Siemens G120, S120 preferred)
Electrical Skills: Experience with Electrical Design using EPlan (preferred) or AutoCAD Electrical and Schematic troubleshooting. Demonstrated experience with 3-phase 480/208 VAC, single-phase 208/120 VAC, and 24 VDC systems
Industrial Network: knowledge of PROFINET and Ethernet communication protocols
Vision and Dispense Systems Knowledge: Familiarity with configuring and optimizing vision systems (Keyence, Cognex) and programming dispense and fluid fill systems. Fanuc 2D IRVision and Fanuc 3DVision experience is asset
Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving ability to address complex technical issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions

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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