Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Automation Equipment Engineer - General Assembly, Megapack

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBrookshire, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Robotics Engineering, or equivalent experience.
At least 5 years of hands-on experience with automation systems and electromechanical equipment in a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in programmable logic controller (PLC) programming using Siemens, Rockwell, or Beckhoff, and motor controller integration; familiarity with safety PLCs.
Experience programming industrial robots, including Fanuc, Kuka, Durr, Cartesian, SCARA, or articulated systems.
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills under tight timing constraints.
Familiarity with paint shop systems and processes, including powder supply and reclaim, dust collectors, humidifiers, infrared ovens, sealant dispense, and conveyors.
Experience designing with computer-aided design (CAD) software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, or EPLAN.
Ability to support the full project lifecycle from scoping through implementation and handoff.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment and provide on-call support as needed.
Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset to work across engineering, production, and maintenance teams.

Responsibilities

Sustain 24/7 production operations by quickly responding to and resolving issues.
Develop, debug, and document PLC code using Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Beckhoff to control robots, conveyors, manufacturing execution systems (MES), vision systems, and third-party equipment.
Program and teach industrial six-axis robots, including Fanuc, Kuka, or Durr, and sequence complex multi-station automation.
Design user-friendly human-machine interface (HMI), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), and ANDON interfaces to enhance operator usability and uptime.
Drive continuous improvement projects to improve safety, quality, cost, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) metrics, including ownership of line- and station-level key performance indicators (KPIs).
Design control panels compliant with NFPA 79, NEC, and UL 508A, and create detailed electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics.
Conduct risk assessments and implement ANSI/RIA 15.06- and OSHA-compliant safety systems for new or modified equipment.
Lead equipment upgrades, retrofits, and repairs with a focus on reliability, process capability, and maintainability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to standardize controls and automation practices across multiple lines.
Create and improve standard operating procedures and documentation within the area of ownership.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	Brookshire, Texas
Requisition ID	271801
Type	Full-time

Job Description

As a key member of the Production Engineering team, the Automation Equipment Engineer will be responsible for operating, sustaining, and improving advanced, highly automated paint and powder coating manufacturing systems. This role combines hands-on support of electromechanical systems with control systems development and continuous improvement initiatives. You’ll collaborate across teams to deliver world-class manufacturing performance and standardization across equipment lines. Candidates with a strong aptitude for learning and solving complex problems in a fast-paced environment will thrive in this role.

Job Responsibilities

Sustain 24/7 production operations by quickly responding to and resolving issues
Develop, debug, and document PLC code (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff) to control robots, conveyors, MES, vision, and third-party equipment
Program and teach industrial 6-axis robots (Fanuc, Kuka, Durr) and sequence complex multi-station automation
Design user-friendly HMI, SCADA, and ANDON interfaces to enhance operator usability and uptime
Drive continuous improvement projects to improve safety, quality, cost, and OEE metrics, including ownership of line- and station-level KPIs
Design NFPA79/NEC/UL508A-compliant control panels and create detailed electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics
Conduct risk assessments and implement ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA-compliant safety systems for new or modified equipment
Lead equipment upgrades, retrofits, and repairs with a focus on reliability, process capability, and maintainability
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to standardize controls and automation practices across multiple lines
Take initiative to create and improve standard operating procedures and documentation within your area of ownership

Job Requirements

Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Robotics Engineering, or equivalent experience
5+ years of hands-on experience with automation systems and electromechanical equipment in a manufacturing environment
Proficient in PLC programming (Siemens, Rockwell, Beckhoff) and motor controller integration; familiarity with safety PLCs
Experience with industrial robot programming (Fanuc, Kuka, Durr, Cartesian, SCARA, or articulated systems)
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills under tight timing constraints
Familiarity with paint shop systems and processes: powder supply/reclaim, dust collectors, humidifiers, IR ovens, sealant dispense, conveyors
Experience designing in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, or EPLAN)
Proven ability to support full project lifecycle from scoping through implementation and handoff
Ability to work in a fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment and provide on-call support as needed
Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset to work across engineering, production, and maintenance teams

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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