Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Instrumentation and Electrical Intern - Lithium Refinery

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

InternshipRobstown, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a Del Mar College technical or vocational program pursuing a degree in Instrumentation Technology, Electrical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or a closely related field, or be a recent graduate.
Have a basic understanding of electrical principles, circuits, and instrumentation concepts; coursework in DC/AC circuits, electronics, or process controls is preferred. Follow strict safety protocols in an industrial setting.
Be able to read and interpret basic electrical schematics, P&IDs, and technical manuals with guidance.
Have mechanical aptitude and comfort using hand tools, multimeters, and basic test equipment.
Be willing to work in an industrial plant environment, including potential outdoor work, heights, confined spaces, and exposure to noise or chemicals while using proper PPE.
Have command of written and spoken English.
Be able to stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day and climb stairs.
Frequently and repetitively lift, push, and carry up to 50 lbs., including up and down stairs.
Wear required PPE, including safety glasses, safety shoes, hard hats, and respiratory protection, and follow prescribed safety rules and guidelines.
Be able to work at heights with appropriate fall protection equipment.

Responsibilities

Assist with commissioning, calibrating, and maintaining process instrumentation.
Learn electrical and instrumentation installation for low-voltage applications and troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation designs for packaged equipment.
Use DCS/PLC software to troubleshoot control systems.
Redline schematics and loop sheets to reflect field changes.
Perform basic mechanical assembly and maintenance, including bolting brackets, removing and installing inline instruments, and basic valve maintenance.
Serve as system owner for assigned I&E systems by identifying needs, planning work, and implementing solutions with minimal supervision.

Desired Qualifications

Coursework in DC/AC circuits, electronics, or process controls.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	Robstown, Texas
Requisition ID	286719
Type	Intern/Apprentice

Job Description

Tesla’s Lithium and Recycling team is looking for a highly motivated I&E Technician Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting the maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, and installation of instrumentation and electrical systems in an industrial environment for a novel chemical plant near Corpus Christi, TX. I&E activities include supporting equipment in development, installation, commissioning, maintenance, retrofitting and production. This role will work closely with engineering to handle fast paced challenges in an innovative design space.

Job Responsibilities

Assist in Commission, calibrate, and maintain all process instrumentation
Learn Electrical and instrumentation installation for low voltage applications and troubleshooting electrical and instrumentation designs for packaged equipment
Utilize DCS/PLC software to troubleshoot control systems
Redline schematics/loop sheets to reflect field changes
Basic mechanical assembly and maintenance tasks including bolting brackets, removing/installing inline instruments, and basic valve maintenance
Serve as system owner, independently managing assigned I&E systems by identifying needs, planning work, and implementing solutions with minimal supervision

Job Requirements

Currently enrolled in a Del Mar College technical/vocational program pursuing a Degree in Instrumentation Technology, Electrical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or a closely related field (or recent graduate)
Basic understanding of electrical principles, circuits, and instrumentation concepts (coursework in DC/AC circuits, electronics, or process controls preferred) and strong safety awareness and willingness to follow strict safety protocols in an industrial setting
Ability to read and interpret basic electrical schematics, P&IDs, and technical manuals (with guidance)
Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with hand tools, multimeters, and basic test equipment
Reliable, detail-oriented, and eager to learn in a hands-on environment
Willingness to work in an industrial plant environment (may include outdoor work, heights, confined spaces, and exposure to noise/chemicals with proper PPE)
Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal

Essential Physical Demands:

Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day, up stairs
Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 50 lbs., including the ability to carry 50 lbs. up and down stairs
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: Safety glasses, safety shoes, hard hats, respiratory protection, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines
Ability to work at heights with appropriate fall protection equipment

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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