Controls Engineer, Automation - Tesla Motors : Job Details

We are looking for a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual to support the Automation Development Team in Elgin, Illinois in designing and building the automation and robotic equipment that builds world-class Tesla products. Controls Engineers are responsible for owning and implementing the solution from project concept to installation; this includes machine concepting, proof-of-principle, electrical design/layout, software design/programming, debug of hardware/software, acceptance testing, and installation/integration at the factory. Since each Tesla machine is a custom design and build, the Controls Engineer must have a desire to learn and implement rapidly changing technology to deliver the best possible solution.

The ideal candidate takes pride in their ability to play numerous roles as a project advances through its many phases. Communication skills, analytical ability, and great attention to detail while working under tight deadlines are extremely important. This candidate is familiar with and appreciates an environment where individuals carry significant responsibility and where excellent work is encouraged, noticed, and rewarded. They cheerfully engage and collaborate with other engineers, and thrive on daily interaction with other top notch people. This candidate also has a keen understanding of how to work with and/or motivate diverse engineering teams.

• Prototyping using overnight machined parts from our fabrication shop
• Participate in machine risk assessments and ensure safety standards are met
• Review electrical schematics and assist with hardware definition / architecture
• Create application design documentation/flow charts and conduct software design reviews
• Program all software for unique projects with a variety of needs (PLC, HMI/SCADA, Servo, Robotics, Machine Vision, etc.)
• Test and verify electrical wiring (safety circuits, IO, communications, etc.)
• Debug and test all software to meet project requirements. Test run equipment to validate software quality and performance
• Work with assembly personnel and mechanical design engineer to ensure all mechanical setups and alignments are properly completed
• Work to ensure the project requirements are fulfilled and the equipment performance is excellent before it is shipped to the factory
• This full-time role requires travel to other Tesla facilities (up to 25-30%)

• 1 or more years of experience in custom automation
• PLC controls (Siemens primary, Rockwell Automation secondary)
• HMI/SCADA (WinCC primary, Ignition secondary)
• Experience with controls hardware including sensors, remote IO, servos, VFDs, machine vision, barcode readers, etc.
• Industrial networking protocols (e.g., Profinet, Ethernet TCP/IP, Ethernet I/P, EtherCAT, etc.)
• Robots: 6-axis (FANUC primary, Kuka secondary)
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls and Computer Control Systems, Mechatronic Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechanical 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

Expected Compensation: $79,200 - $216,000/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.

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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