Sr. Manufacturing Controls Engineer, Powder Coat, Megapack
Tesla
Sr. Manufacturing Controls Engineer, Powder Coat, Megapack
| Job Category | Manufacturing |
|---|---|
| Location | Brookshire, Texas |
| Req. ID | 239720 |
| Job Type | Full-time |
A Sr. Manufacturing Controls Engineer in the Production Engineering team will be a part of operating, sustaining, and optimizing advanced manufacturing equipment and leading-edge technologies. The best candidate for the position has a high aptitude for learning and adapting quickly in a high paced environment. In this role, you will work closely with cross functional manufacturing teams to provide technical controls, electrical, and automation support for new coatings line equipment. You will drive improvements to factory control systems, ensuring standardization and effective knowledge sharing across manufacturing lines.
This role will be based out of the Greater Houston Area (TX) and will require 90% travel to the Bay Area (CA) to support early builds and validation support through Q2 2026. Travel plans and reimbursement will follow Tesla’s Travel Policy and will be governed by the direct manager.
- Develop, debug, and document structured PLC code interacting with conveyors, robots, MES, vision systems, and 3rd-party equipment
- Design user-friendly SCADA, ANDON, and HMI systems for the manufacturing lines
- Design NFPA79/NEC/UL508A-compliant control panels and create electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics. Implement ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA-compliant safety systems for high-volume manufacturing equipment
- Take ownership and present on metrics (station level and overall line level) while planning and implementing continuous improvement projects to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) across different automated stations
- Lead equipment upgrades, retrofits, and repairs with a focus on design intent, manufacturability, serviceability, reliability, and process capability
- Takes initiative to create, propose, implement and improve standard operating procedures for the equipment and stations within the area of ownership
- Support 24/7 operation
- 5+ years of experience as a hands-on Controls Engineer or Applications Engineer working on automation and/or electromechanical systems
- Demonstrated ability in PLC, HMI, and debugging mechatronic systems
- Exposure to programming at least two different types of PLCs and motor controllers – Siemens, Rockwell, Beckhoff, SEW are the primary equipment brands used in the factory
- Exposure to programming robots online and offline – Fanuc, Kuka, Durr are the primary brands used in the factory
- Proficiency with CAD (AutoCAD, CATIA, SolidWorks, CATIA, EPLAN)
- Knowledge and experience of the complete project life cycle from scoping through to equipment handover is essential
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or equivalent experience
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
- 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
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