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Controls Engineer, Megafactory Jobs

Company

Tesla
Address , Lathrop, Ca
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary
Expires 2023-07-22
Posted at 11 months ago
Job Description
What to Expect
The Manufacturing Controls Engineer is responsible for sustaining, improving, and designing automated manufacturing equipment for the production line. They collaborate with test engineers and equipment engineers to maintain existing automated equipment, troubleshoot PLC-based equipment, and identify opportunities for process enhancement through new automation components. With strong controls engineering fundamentals, the ideal candidate is independent, proactive, hands-on, and detail-oriented.
What You’ll Do
  • Develop and maintain PLC and HMI software to optimize operator and maintenance technician experience and ensure high-quality production.
  • Support production ramp-up by troubleshooting mechanical automation equipment, PLCs, robots, motion controls, and vision systems.
  • Drive continuous improvement of automated equipment to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost metrics.
  • Support 24/7 production operations as needed.
  • Conduct risk assessments and lead safety evaluations for equipment prior to launch.
  • Create and approve electrical schematics, optimize equipment for safety and efficiency, and update HMI systems for complex machinery.
  • Lead continuous improvement efforts using data-driven solutions to create a reliable and efficient manufacturing plant.
  • Contribute to equipment conceptual development, considering product specifications, process control requirements, layout complexity, cost, quality, and lead time.
  • Stay motivated to learn about new products, acquire new skills, and provide support beyond assigned roles.
  • Preferred working experience with tools such as SEW EURODRIVE, Atlas Copco Fastening tools, Hipot Testers, CTS Leak Testers, Weld Controllers, etc.
  • Address equipment issues, troubleshoot PLC and robot-related production problems, and develop maintenance documentation and training materials.
What You’ll Bring
  • Self-starting and proactive with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience as a mechanical/manufacturing controls engineer working with automation and electromechanical systems.
  • Proven troubleshooting skills, root cause analysis, and problem-solving under tight timing constraints.
  • Proficiency in Human Machine Interface (HMI)/SCADA systems (SIMATIC WinCC (TIA Portal), TwinCAT HMI, or Ignition SCADA).
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • Comfortable with ambiguity, fast-paced environments, and broad-scoped roles.
  • Advanced proficiency in programming industrial equipment using IEC 61131-3 languages, particularly structured text and ladder logic.
  • Experience with PLCs (Siemens TIA Portal or Beckhoff TwinCAT) and Safety PLCs (SIMATIC Integrated Safety or Beckhoff TwinSAFE).
  • Preferred experience in programming robots (Cartesian, SCARA, and Articulated) and working with vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, etc.).
  • Ability to select and integrate circuit protectors, sensors, safety hardware, PLC hardware, and other components.
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD packages such as SolidWorks and CATIA is a plus.
  • Knowledge of Ethernet communications, script-based programming (Python, C++, GO), motor drives (SEW EURODRIVE or AB PowerFlex), and field bus networks.