Tesla · 2 months ago
Sr. Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer, Paint & Powder Coatings
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expTesla’s Manufacturing Engineering team is dedicated to developing innovative processes for producing high-quality vehicles. The Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer will focus on designing, implementing, and optimizing robotic applications and control systems within manufacturing operations.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits
Responsible for implementing and managing continuous process optimization including the addition of advanced and conventional technologies to improve quality, productivity and reduce overall waste
Lay out new industrial electrical control panels which are NFPA79/NEC/UL508A compliant, and create electrical, pneumatic and fluid schematics
Architect, develop and debug PLC code 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 Execution System (MES), LabView, 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, optimize & improve aesthetically simple HMI screens, SCADA Systems & MES Interfaces for complex machinery
Develop and implement quality control methods including poke yokes, data tracking systems, part recognition and problem reporting
Manage electrical cabinet builds, field wiring, pneumatic and fluid plumbing
Introduce automated processes into production, and train and equip sustaining teams
Ensure that all equipment, processes and methodologies comply with applicable standards, company policy and all Health and Safety Laws, Acts, Regulations and Codes
Qualification
Required
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Automation Engineering, or equivalent experience
5+ years of professional controls engineering experience including advanced PLC programming & Motor controller programming. (Rockwell, Siemens and equivalent PLCs with safety controllers)
Demonstrate conceptual proficiency in the development of electrical and controls architectures for new equipment and manufacturing lines
Demonstrated proficiency in PLC, HMI (Ignition, Siemens), and debugging mechatronic systems
Understanding of databases (MSSQL, MySQL), Object-Oriented Programming languages (Java, Python, etc.), and CAD (AutoCAD, CATIA, SolidWorks, EPLAN)
Advanced robotics programming skills (Fanuc, Kuka, Durr, ABB, etc.)
In depth knowledge of Electrical Standards (NFPA79, NEC, UL508A) and safety standards (ANSI/RIA, OSHA)
Proficiency selecting appropriate circuit protectors, wire, cable, sensors, safety hardware, PLC hardware, remote I/O, VFD, robots and servo systems
Experience with Vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, Fanuc)
Preferred
Experience working with automotive manufacturing processes & equipment
Benefits
Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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