Tesla · 3 weeks ago
Sr. Facilities Controls Engineer, Megafactory
Brookshire, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expTesla is a leader in sustainable energy solutions and is seeking a highly motivated Sr. Controls Engineer to join their Cell Facilities team. The role involves leading control system architecture design and development for the Megafactory, ensuring safe and reliable operations while optimizing production processes.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Lead the control system architecture design including the integration of HMI, SCADA, PLC, VFDs, safety PLCs, and 3rd party packaged equipment
Lead the development of greenfield PLC code with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable and reusable. PLC code will interact with subsystems such as packaged equipment, life-critical safety systems, VFDs, starters, valves, PID Controllers, HVAC, and 3rd party equipment
Design, develop and optimize human machine interfaces, SCADA systems and MES interfaces
Lead the implementation and validation of code for safety rated controls (SIL/PL)
Work closely with the process design teams to develop process control narratives and process and instrumentation diagrams to ensure that process systems will operate safely and reliably
Develop plant-wide supervisory systems to minimize unplanned downtime and centralize plant performance monitoring
Responsible for implementing and managing continuous process optimization including the addition of advanced and conventional technologies to improve quality, productivity and reduce overall waste
Available to travel for FAT and equipment installation and commissioning
Qualification
Required
4+ years as a control systems engineer working with Siemens PLC and Ignition SCADA systems
Experience working with modern communication protocols: Profinet, EtherCAT, Ethernet IP, Modbus TCP
Evidence of exceptional ability, including a strong understanding of engineering fundamentals and demonstrated ability to leverage this understanding to solve challenging technical problems
Demonstrated experience in the execution of controls projects from concept development through commissioning and ramp-up
Demonstrated experience supporting a running production facility
Experience participating in process hazard reviews and HazOps
Experience with safety rated systems
Preferred
Experience supporting a 24/7 production/manufacturing facility
Additional experience working with additional PLC platforms: Beckhoff, Allen-Bradley, Omron
Benefits
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
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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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
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