Tesla · 17 hours ago
Controls Engineer, Facilities
Fremont, California
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$92K/yr - $196K/yr
3+ years expTesla is seeking a highly motivated Controls Engineer to join the Fremont Plant Operations Controls team. This engineer will maintain and improve the Fremont facility controls infrastructure, supporting diverse processes including manufacturing and utilities. The ideal candidate will be involved throughout each project's lifecycle, from conceptualization to commissioning.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Support multiple sites during the construction and energization of all Instrumentation and Controls equipment, as well any mechanical, chemical, or electrical equipment that have factory or field installed controls systems
Provide expert on-call support for system outages and failover incidents
Be directly responsible for all network configuration, PLC programming, HMI development, wiring changes, testing, and commissioning of Instrumentation and Controls systems on the projects you work on
Qualification
Required
Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Science, similar degree or equivalent experience
Minimum 3 years of experience as a Controls Engineer conceptualizing, designing, commissioning, and programming process automation systems
Proficiency in programming industrial process and manufacturing equipment: PLCs (Siemens, Rockwell, Beckhoff), SCADA/HMI (Ignition)
Experience with operation of multiple types of utility systems such as: electrical switchgear, dust collectors, heat exchangers, chillers, cooling towers, boilers, pumps, air handling units, control valves and instrumentation, air compressors/dryers, hazardous chemical storage and containment
Understanding of relevant codes and industry standards, with knowledge of NFPA 70 (NEC). Familiar with many industry standards including UL 508A, ISA S5.1, ISA 101, ANSI/RIA 15.06, NFPA 70E, OSHA, CA Title 24
Understanding and familiarity with calculating, sizing and selecting instrumentation and controls components and wiring
Proficiency in reviewing and creating detailed process, electrical, pneumatic and fluid schematics in CAD (AutoCAD)
Preferred
Ability to use 3D CAD packages such as Revit is a plus
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
Current Stage
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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
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Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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