Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Manufacturing Controls Engineer - Battery Pack / Module

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeTilburg, NetherlandsNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Experience in high-volume manufacturing with automation equipment, robots, electromechanical systems, programmable logic controllers, and motion controls.
Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams, define automation strategy, manage project budgets, and drive cross-functional collaboration.
Proficiency in standard and safety programmable logic controller programming using Siemens TIA Portal, Allen Bradley Studio 5000, and Beckhoff TwinCAT 3, and in SCADA/HMI platforms such as Ignition and WinCC.
Proficiency in script-based programming with Python, Go, and SQL, and robot programming with Fanuc, Kuka, and ABB.
Experience commissioning servo systems including Siemens SIMATIC, Rockwell Kinetix, and Beckhoff Drive Manager 2; programming 2D/3D vision systems including Keyence XGX and Cognex Insight; and working with industrial communication protocols including Profinet, EtherNet/IP, Profibus, OPC-UA, and Modbus.
In-depth knowledge of equipment safety standards including EN ISO 10218, EN ISO 12100, and Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230, and electrical standards including EN 60204-1, IEC 61439, and Low Voltage Directive.
Professional-level English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

Define and drive the site's automation controls roadmap, setting technical direction, priorities, and standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve controls that eliminate or mitigate safety and quality risks.
Drive initial equipment conceptual development, balancing product specifications, process controls, layout, cost, quality, and lead time; manage automation projects end-to-end, including specification, FAT/SAT, installation, and commissioning.
Partner with IT to integrate OT/IT systems, including MES connectivity, SCADA architecture, industrial networking, and data acquisition, enabling real-time data flow, production analytics, and KPI visibility across shop-floor and enterprise platforms.
Implement control-reliable safety systems for robots, gantries, conveyors, and other high-volume manufacturing equipment, considering OT cybersecurity principles such as network segmentation and access control.
Architect, write, and debug programmable logic controller logic and subsystem programs for robots, vision, test equipment, and MES, with a focus on structure, documentation, maintainability, and reusability.
Define and maintain Tesla specifications and standards, evaluate vendor quotes, manage project budgets, and design clean, intuitive HMI/SCADA screens that enable effective troubleshooting.
Deploy automated processes into production, optimize cycle time, and train Maintenance and Production teams for sustained support.
Mentor and develop controls engineers and technicians, building the team's technical capabilities and fostering continuous improvement.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	Tilburg, NB
Requisition ID	282897
Type	Full-time

Job Description

As the Manufacturing Controls Engineer for the Remanufacturing team, you will lead the site's automation controls strategy and team, driving the technical vision for current and future manufacturing capabilities. Working closely with IT, you will integrate OT/IT systems to enable seamless data flow between the shop floor and enterprise platforms. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams — including Maintenance, Quality, Process, EHS, IE, and Production — to identify and resolve equipment and controls-related failures, improve controls that eliminate or mitigate safety and quality risks, and leverage automation to reduce cycle time, driving technical solutions from concept through deployment.

Job Responsibilities

Define and drive the site's automation controls roadmap, setting technical direction, priorities, and standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve controls that eliminate or mitigate safety and quality risks
Drive initial equipment conceptual development, balancing product specs, process controls, layout, cost, quality, and lead-time; manage automation projects end-to-end including specification, FAT/SAT, installation, and commissioning
Partner with IT to integrate OT/IT systems — including MES connectivity, SCADA architecture, industrial networking, and data acquisition — enabling real-time data flow, production analytics, and KPI visibility across the shop floor and enterprise platforms
Implement control-reliable safety systems for robots, gantries, conveyors, and other high-volume manufacturing equipment with consideration for OT cybersecurity principles (network segmentation, access control)
Architect, write, and debug PLC logic and subsystem programs (robots, vision, test equipment, MES) with strong focus on structure, documentation, maintainability, and reusability
Define and maintain Tesla specifications and standards, evaluate vendor quotes, manage project budgets, and design clean, intuitive HMI/SCADA screens that enable effective troubleshooting
Deploy automated processes into production, optimize cycle time, and train Maintenance and Production teams for sustained support
Mentor and develop controls engineers and technicians, building the team's technical capabilities and fostering a culture of continuous improvement

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
Experience in high-volume manufacturing with automation equipment, robots, electromechanical systems, PLCs, and motion controls
Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams, define automation strategy, manage project budgets, and drive cross-functional collaboration
Proficiency in standard and safety PLC programming (Siemens TIA Portal, Allen Bradley Studio 5000, Beckhoff TwinCAT 3) and SCADA/HMI platforms (e.g. Ignition, WinCC)
Proficiency in script-based programming (Python, Go, SQL) and robot programming (Fanuc, Kuka, ABB)
Experience commissioning servo systems (Siemens SIMATIC, Rockwell Kinetix, Beckhoff Drive Manager 2), programming 2D/3D vision systems (Keyence XGX, Cognex Insight), and working with industrial communication protocols (Profinet, EtherNet/IP, Profibus, OPC-UA, Modbus)
In-depth knowledge of equipment safety standards (EN ISO 10218, EN ISO 12100, Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230) and electrical standards (EN 60204-1, IEC 61439, Low Voltage Directive)
Professional-level English communication skills, both written and verbal

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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