Sr. Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer, Solar Manufacturing - Fremont, CA
1 day ago
Job description
What To Expect
The Solar Manufacturing Engineering team at Tesla is looking for a highly-motivated Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer to contribute to the development and ramp of solar manufacturing equipment at massive scale. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to Tesla's world-class manufacturing facilities. Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will work on a critical portion of an incredibly exciting project. In addition to developing manufacturing equipment, the Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer works with cross-functional teams to test, validate, and roll-out equipment to production. The ideal candidate takes pride in their hands-on work, analytical ability, organizational skills and attention to detail.
What You'll Do- Manage automation projects including equipment specification, project management, factory & site acceptance testing, installation, and commissioning/debugging
- Collaborate with the Solar Engineering R&D team to propose solutions for Tesla's next-generation solar equipment designs
- Troubleshoot and recover processes by PLC ladder logic, HMI, or tool management software, and implement changes/improvements
- Program controls and automated vision systems for integrated quality control and process step verification
- Optimize manufacturing lines to meet uptime, availability and reliability metrics – OEE, cycle time, quality, yield
- Actively use tool data sources (e.g. MES reports) to quantitatively evaluate and track tool performance and create programs to improve relevant metrics
- Work independently and with vendors to understand root causes of failures, propose design or component changes, and implement and validate equipment modifications
- Develop and deliver training to operations and maintenance technicians to ensure and seamless handover of new equipment
- Generate and maintain documentation including machine and process specifications, drawings, BOM, spare parts, PFMEA, control plan, process flow chart
- Own individual workstations, tools, or production lines
What You'll Bring- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 2-5+ years of work experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment involving automation equipment, robots, electromechanical systems, PLCs, and motion controls
- PLC programming experience, ideally with Siemens, Beckhoff, or Innovance
- Robot programming experience, preferably with Fanuc or Kuka
- High level of proficiency with machine vision systems such as Cognex, Keyence, Omron, OpenCV
- In-depth knowledge of equipment safety standards (ANSI/RIA 15.06, OSHA compliance) and electrical standards (NFPA 79, NEC, UL 508A)
- Familiarity with script-based programming (Python, Go, SQL)
- Proficiency creating detailed electrical schematics in CAD (AutoCAD Electrical preferred), and tooling design with Solidworks or 3D CAD software is a plus
- Able to travel up to 25% of the time, both domestically and internationally
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
Along 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 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
Expected Compensation
$130,400 - $195,600/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay 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.
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