Tesla · 4 hours ago
I&E Maintenance Technician, Cathode Materials
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expTesla is a leading company in the electric vehicle and energy sectors, and they are seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure the operational availability of manufacturing equipment. The role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems while supporting process automation activities and troubleshooting control systems.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Support day to day process automation activities at the plant such as making program changes to improve asset capability, assist in troubleshooting control system problems, adding simple capabilities, etc
Use troubleshooting techniques to identify root cause of problem in process control code, operator interface or hardware and effectively resolve these problems with stakeholders’ input
Drive the reduction of nuisance alarms, active alarms, and I/O-in-manual
Coordinate with Process Control expertise group to perform needed updates to the process control hardware and software
Use working knowledge of process control hardware to perform troubleshooting and implement solutions
Utilize skills in SCADA & HMI systems, such as Ignition, WinCC, and PanelView
Utilize skills in PLC Languages, such as Omron, Allen Bradley & Siemens
Qualification
Required
Minimum of five years of Controls Technician experience in a high-volume manufacturing/industrial environment or applicable technical certificate/degree, or equivalent experience
Advanced computer skills, able to use job-specific PC applications and coach other users
Electrical knowledge and advanced skills with a voltmeter to check AC/DC voltage, able to diagnose issues, able to use a schematic diagram to troubleshoot electrical systems
Proficient with pneumatics-solenoid valves, actuator and control operations and can read schematics
Experience building process & instrumentation diagrams, developing process control narratives, and building I/O lists for greenfield or brownfield capital projects, and working closely with process engineers to design and implement control systems to ensure safe and efficient operation of complex chemical process systems
Ability to work off-hours, as needed
Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal
Must be comfortable working in tight spaces
Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods throughout the day
Must be capable of bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing ladders, and lying on the ground intermittently
Must be willing to wear a fall protection harness while working from heights or in a suspended position
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
Must be able to utilize hand tools and power tools as needed
Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time, including a respirator/PAPR and safety harness
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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Funding
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$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
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Leadership Team
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Chief Financial Officer
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