Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer, Tesla Automation

Manufacturing Controls Dev EngineerTesla Automation is seeking a highly motivated Controls Engineer for the Tesla factories in Nevada, California and Texas, to contribute to the design and development of new automation equipment and assembly lines. As a Manufacturing Controls Dev Engineer, you will be directly responsible for the development and implementation of the equipment. Join our team to build the machines producing world-leading products and accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy.

The Manufacturing Controls Dev Engineer will work to design software for new assembly lines and single operating machines, that Tesla Automation will launch in the Tesla US plants. Once these machines and assembly lines are setup on site, the Manufacturing Controls Dev Engineer will be working to commission and ramp up the equipment until handover to the local teams is completed. This includes bringing the equipment up to and above goals for cycle time, availability and yield.ResponsibilitiesDevelopment of software for single processes and machines for Tesla Automation assembly linesCreate and realize concepts for automatic mode, calibration routines, collision avoidance, product tracing, recovery and reworkDebug and optimize automated processes to maximize cycle time, improve availability and yieldPerform hands-on work with full-scale production equipment, from initial commissioning to mass production at Tesla facilitiesIntensive collaboration in cross-functional teams from other departments such as mechanical design, mechanical assembly, electrical assembly, and productionParticipate in software development, commissioning and FAT runs at Tesla Automation facilities in GermanyRequirementsDegree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or 5+ years relevant experience, or equivalent experience2+ years as a hands-on Controls or Applications Engineer in automated systemsExperience with PLCs (Siemens TIA Portal, Beckhoff TwinCAT)Proficiency with HMI systems (Ignition, SIMATIC WinCC, TwinCAT HMI, Studio 5000)Knowledge of Fieldbus Networks (PROFINET, EtherCAT, Ethernet IP)Experience with vision systems (Keyence, Cognex)Advanced programming skills for industrial equipmentSkilled in commissioning and troubleshooting servo/variable frequency drivesFamiliarity with electrical prints and industrial equipment standardsWillingness to travel to Tesla facilities in the U.S.

and GermanyCompensation & BenefitsBenefitsAlong with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&DShort-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)Employee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation $109,600 - $234,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.