Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Manufacturing Controls Engineer - Cyber Cab, Castings

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAustin, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent relevant industry experience, and 4+ years of extensive experience with industrial equipment controls, interfaces, and communication protocols.
Experience with Idra die-cast equipment is highly desired; an automotive or industrial manufacturing background is preferred.
Proficiency in Siemens PLC programming, troubleshooting, and configuration, with TIA Portal required; HMI programming skills.
Experience with Fanuc robot programming, backup, and restoration.
A vision systems background with Cognex, Keyence, and/or Mech-Mind; familiarity with Ignition, Python, and MySQL scripting.
A strong industrial electrical background and the ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
Comfort working in hot or cold conditions around molten metal and availability to work any shift, including days, nights, and/or weekends.

Responsibilities

Develop programming standards for PLC and automated systems using Siemens TIA Portal, and back up and maintain all equipment programs for PLC, HMI, robots, and vision systems.
Lead controls projects and installations on production equipment, including Idra die-casting machines and laser trim systems; oversee maintenance, electrical, and PLC work and verify documentation.
Support and assist the maintenance team in troubleshooting difficult breakdowns and chronic equipment failures.
Act as the shop liaison for MES development and implementation, including Ignition, Python, and MySQL scripting for product information tracking.
Instruct and manage supplier and equipment buyoffs, conduct risk assessments, and implement findings.
Program HMIs, develop systems, and integrate and support vision systems, including Cognex, Keyence, and Mech-Mind.
Review and approve electrical drawings from contractors and support industrial electrical troubleshooting using schematics.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with Idra die-cast equipment is highly desired.
An automotive or industrial manufacturing background is preferred.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	AUSTIN, Texas
Requisition ID	279639
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<div class="MSWordContent"><p>Tesla’s Castings controls team is looking for highly motivated and skilled controls engineer to support our Cyber Cab production needs. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in industrial automation, with a focus on Siemens PLC systems (TIA Portal), communications architecture, and integration with Fanuc robotics, vision systems, and databases. This person must be capable of collaborating with cross-functional teams and shop managers in a high-volume casting environment. The successful candidate will have knowledge of die casting and laser trim systems, as well as exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and management skills, demonstrating the ability to be an innovator and change agent. Candidates must be available to work any shift—day, night, and/or weekends—to support Tesla production needs. </div>

Job Responsibilities

Develop programming standards for PLC and automated systems (Siemens TIA Portal); back up and maintain all equipment programs (PLC, HMI, robot, and vision)
Shop lead for controls projects and installations on production equipment (Idra DCMs and laser trim); oversee maintenance, electrical, and PLC work and verify documentation
Support and assist the maintenance team in troubleshooting difficult breakdowns and chronic equipment failures
Act as shop liaison for MES development and implementation, including Ignition, Python, and MySQL scripting for product information tracking
Instruct and manage supplier and equipment buyoffs; conduct risk assessments and implement findings
HMI programming and system development; integrate and support vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, Mech-Mind)
Review and buy off electrical drawings from contractors; support industrial electrical troubleshooting from schematics

Job Requirements

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent relevant industry experience, with 4+ years of extensive experience with industrial equipment controls, interfaces, and communication protocols
Experience with Idra die cast equipment is highly desired; automotive or industrial manufacturing background preferred
Must be proficient in Siemens PLC programming, troubleshooting, and configuration (TIA Portal required); HMI programming skills
Experience with Fanuc robot programming, backup, and restoration
Vision systems background (Cognex, Keyence, and/or Mech-Mind); familiarity with Ignition, Python, and MySQL scripting
Strong industrial electrical background with the ability to read and interpret electrical schematics; excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be comfortable working in harsh conditions (hot/cold) around molten metal and available to work any shift (day/night) and/or weekends to support Tesla production needs

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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