Automation Engineer

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Controls Engineer to contribute to the design, development and sustaining of new automation equipment for BIW and GA shop for the Cyber Cab program. As a controls engineer, you will be hands-on on the manufacturing lines supporting any lineside troubleshooting, analyzing and improving current system, and develop and deploy new PLC code to help remove production bottlenecks. You will also work with cross-functional teams throughout the entire lifecycle of the product and processes and also work closely with Design Engineering, Quality and Production to bring vehicle components from initial design, through prototype development and finally into full production. This position requires deep expertise in Control systems and process improvements to support Tesla's mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy.

• Architect, write, and debug PLC ladder logic with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable and reusable. PLC code will interact with subsystems such as conveyors, robots, Manufacturing Operations System (MOS), machine vision, and 3rd party equipment
• Implement (ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant) control reliable safety systems for safeguarding robots, gantries, conveyors, and other high volume manufacturing equipment
• Generate aesthetically simple HMI screens for complex machinery while providing sufficient feedback for troubleshooting
• Debug and optimize automated processes to maximize cycle time and uptime
• Characterize and validate automated processes using a data driven statistical approach such as Capacity test, Capability test (Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility test, Cpk, etc)
• Program, debug and make meaningful contributions to Fanuc/Kuka/ABB robot programs
• Lead/participate in downtime events to quickly recover and apply meaningful changes to mitigate the root cause
• Support and develop the on-site Maintenance team in their knowledge of automation cells, robot programming and electrical troubleshooting

• Proficiency with process integration and electromechanical / mechatronic systems
• Advanced proficiency programming industrial equipment, including but not limited to, Siemens PLC, HMI (WinCC/Ignition), Field bus networks
• Demonstrated excellence in programming PLCs. Must have a well-defined methodology for maintaining code structure and organization. Ability to program state machines for complex processes which involve multi-station parallel processing, pick and place automation, data acquisition, and PID control. Proven ability to design fault-tolerant systems with error handling and recovery
• Proficiency working with detailed electrical CAD (AutoCAD Electrical preferred)
• Proficiency programming variable frequency drives
• Exposure to a wide variety of production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment (LVDT and pressure transducers, dispense systems, temperature controllers, DC nutrunner torque controllers, current and power meters, etc)
• Experience programming industrial robots is highly desired (Fanuc, Kuka, ABB)
• Experience with Vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, Fanuc, Mechmind)
• Experience creating technical specifications for automated manufacturing equipment is highly desired
• Experience transitioning products and processes from prototype to production desired

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)