GABLETEK

Builds robotic systems and factory automation

Controls Engineer

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeFremont, CA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

At least 1 year of hands-on experience with Siemens programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and control systems.
Strong PLC programming skills; Siemens is required.
Familiarity with HMI/SCADA platforms, primarily WinCC and secondarily Ignition.
Comfort working with sensors, I/O, servos, drives, vision systems, barcode scanners, and other automation hardware.
A solid understanding of industrial networking protocols such as Profinet, TCP/IP, and EtherCAT.
Experience with industrial robots such as FANUC and KUKA.
A degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related field, or equivalent real-world experience.

Responsibilities

Own and implement solutions from project concept through installation, including machine concepting, proof-of-principle, electrical design and layout, software design and programming, hardware and software debugging, acceptance testing, and factory installation and integration.
Program and debug structured text and ladder logic, mainly using Siemens TIA Portal.
Write clean, organized, reusable code.
Build complex machine sequences for automation tasks such as material handling, fastening, welding, and testing.
Use Python and SQL to connect equipment with Tesla’s Manufacturing Execution System and collect production data.
Design touchscreen HMIs with MappView/TwinCAT and SCADA dashboards in Ignition.
Set up and tune servo drives and variable frequency drives; experience with Schneider, B&R, Beckhoff, Siemens, and SEW is a plus.
Develop safety systems to protect people and equipment, including robots, gantries, and conveyors.
Oversee electrical cabinets, field wiring, pneumatics, and fluid plumbing.
Collaborate on early machine concepts with mechanical engineers, balancing product specifications, costs, and timelines.
Work with suppliers throughout design, build, and installation phases.
Review electrical schematics and define hardware architecture.
Create design documentation and flowcharts, and lead software reviews.
Verify wiring and communications, including safety, I/O, and networks.
Run test cycles to ensure machines and software meet performance requirements.
Support equipment installation and alignment on the factory floor.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with Schneider, B&R, Beckhoff, Siemens, or SEW servo drives and variable frequency drives.

We’re looking for a Controls Engineer to join a fast-paced team working onsite at Tesla’s Fremont, California facility. In this role, you will be responsible for owning and implementing the solution from project concept to installation; this includes machine concepting, proof-of-principle, electrical design/layout, software design/programming, debug of hardware/software, acceptance testing, and installation/integration at the factory. If traveling more than 50 miles from the location, per diem will be provided.

Responsibilities

Programming and debugging structured text and ladder logic (mainly on Siemens TIA Portal)
Writing clean, organized, and reusable code
Building complex machine sequences for automation tasks like material handling, fastening, welding, testing, etc.
Using Python and SQL to connect equipment with Tesla’s Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and collect production data
Designing touchscreen HMIs with MappView/TwinCAT and SCADA dashboards in Ignition
Setting up and tuning servo drives and VFDs (experience with Schneider, B&R, Beckhoff, Siemens, SEW a plus)
Developing safety systems to protect people and equipment (robots, gantries, conveyors, etc.)
Overseeing electrical cabinets, field wiring, pneumatics, and fluid plumbing
Collaborating on early machine concepts with mechanical engineers and balancing product specs, costs, and timelines
Working closely with suppliers throughout design, build, and installation phases
Reviewing electrical schematics and defining hardware architecture
Creating design documentation and flowcharts; leading software reviews
Verifying wiring and communications (safety, I/O, networks)
Running test cycles to ensure machines and software meet performance requirements
Supporting equipment installation and alignment on the factory floor

Requirements

1+ years of hands-on experience with Siemens PLCs and control systems
Strong PLC programming skills (Siemens required)
Familiarity with HMI/SCADA platforms like WinCC (primary) and Ignition (secondary)
Comfortable working with sensors, I/O, servos, drives, vision systems, barcode scanners, and other automation hardware
Solid understanding of industrial networking protocols (e.g., Profinet, TCP/IP, EtherCAT, etc.)
Experience with industrial robots like FANUC and KUKA
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field—or equivalent real-world experience

About the Company

GABLETEK

Builds robotic systems and factory automation

GABLETEK builds and integrates industrial automation systems for manufacturers seeking to automate production processes. Its services include robot programming, PLC controls implementation and complete systems that combine robots, safety equipment, control panels and software. The engineering team supports applications such as assembly, welding, material handling, inspection, packaging and machine tending, working from initial consultation through installation, commissioning and production support. It also trains customer teams to operate the hardware, software and controls included in their systems. GABLETEK is headquartered in Troy, Michigan.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Troy, MI
Founded: Not listed

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