Tesla · 2 weeks ago
Automation & Equipment Engineer, Battery Pack, Megafactory
Brookshire, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expTesla is a leading electric vehicle and clean energy company, and they are seeking an Automation Equipment Engineer to join their Production Engineering team. This role involves operating, sustaining, and improving automated manufacturing systems, while collaborating across teams to enhance manufacturing performance.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Sustain 24/7 production operations by quickly responding to and resolving issues, focusing on paint/powder coat systems, ovens, and related equipment
Develop, debug, and document PLC code (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff) to control robots, conveyors, MES, vision, and third-party equipment
Program and teach industrial 6-axis robots (Fanuc, Kuka, Durr) and sequence complex multi-station automation
Design user-friendly HMI, SCADA, and ANDON interfaces to enhance operator usability and uptime
Drive continuous improvement projects to improve safety, quality, cost, and OEE metrics, including ownership of line- and station-level KPIs
Design NFPA79/NEC/UL508A-compliant control panels and create detailed electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics
Conduct risk assessments and implement ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA-compliant safety systems for new or modified equipment
Lead equipment upgrades, retrofits, and repairs with a focus on reliability, process capability, and maintainability
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to standardize controls and automation practices across multiple lines
Take initiative to create and improve standard operating procedures and documentation within your area of ownership
Qualification
Required
Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Robotics Engineering, or equivalent experience
5+ years of hands-on experience with automation systems and electromechanical equipment in a manufacturing environment
Proficient in PLC programming (Siemens, Rockwell, Beckhoff) and motor controller integration; familiarity with safety PLCs
Experience with industrial robot programming (Fanuc, Kuka, Durr, Cartesian, SCARA, or articulated systems)
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills under tight timing constraints
Familiarity with paint shop systems and processes: powder supply/reclaim, dust collectors, humidifiers, IR ovens, sealant dispense, conveyors
Experience designing in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, or EPLAN)
Proven ability to support full project lifecycle from scoping through implementation and handoff
Ability to work in a fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment and provide on-call support as needed
Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset to work across engineering, production, and maintenance teams
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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