Controls Engineer, General Assembly, Semi

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Controls Engineer to join the General Assembly shop at our Semi Manufacturing Factory in Sparks NV.

The Manufacturing Controls Engineer will be experienced in the automation controls field, bringing their exposure to Siemens or other PLC platforms, Fanuc robots, and safety systems. This role requires hands-on involvement on the manufacturing line and emphasizes analytical abilities, organization skills, and attention to detail.

As a Manufacturing Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Supporting any lineside troubleshooting, analyzing, and improving current systems.
• Developing and deploying new PLC code to help remove production bottlenecks.
• International Travel for FAT support is required for the role. Travel internationally to work with equipment vendors to validate and launch new production tooling as part of Factory Acceptance Testing (FATs).
• Diagnosing and resolving PLC faults to minimize downtime, improve cycle times, and enhance process efficiency.
• Seamlessly installing programs and integrating new equipment, including robotics, sensors, and dispense systems, into existing automated lines.
• Configuring and programming IO devices, servo systems, Fanuc robots, and vision systems to meet process and production needs.
• Modifying PLC Controls sequence logic, robot sequence, and vision programs, and other system controls to enhance safety, reliability, reduce faults, and achieve production goals.
• HMI software updates to optimize equipment operator experience.
• Reviewing and updating electrical wiring diagrams, layout drawings for VFDs, Servos, PLC, and other controls devices.
• Supporting 24/7 Production Operations as needed.

Requirements:

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or equivalent experience.
• 2 years with automotive manufacturing experience as a Controls Engineering role.
• Proficiency in PLC programming of equipment sequences using IEC-61131 compliant programming languages and logic troubleshooting (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and hands-on experience with Fanuc robot programming.
• Proficiency in HMI/SCADA industrial systems (SIMATIC WinCC, TIA Portal, or Ignition SCADA).
• Experience with motor drive setup and troubleshooting (SEW EURODrive and Siemens G120/S120 preferred).
• Experience with electrical design using EPlan preferred or AutoCAD Electrical and schematic troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated experience with 3-phase 480/208 VAC, single-phase 208/120 VAC, and 24 VDC systems.
• Knowledge of PROFINET and Ethernet communication protocols.
• Familiarity with configuring and optimizing vision systems (Keyence, Cognex) and programming dispense and fluid fill systems. Fanuc 2D IRVision and Fanuc 3D Vision experience is an asset.
• Strong problem-solving ability to address complex technical issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.

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.
• 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).
• 401k 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.