Automation Controls Engineer, Battery Cell Manufacturing

What To Expect

To Expect Automation Control Engineers are responsible for implementing equipment controls solutions for all cell manufacturing projects. This includes design, architecture and implementation of automated equipment in process and discrete mass manufacturing. Equipment will include mixing, winding, hydraulics, automated storage systems, robotics, automated case and pallet conveyance, automated guided vehicles, etc. Controls Engineers own equipment controls standard, hardware programming, robot programming, commissioning and review process of the project as well as additional functions such as auditing, installation and safety assessment.

What You'll Do

• Program and debug structure text and ladder logic code on multiple PLC controller platforms (Siemens, Beckhoff, B&R, Omron)
• Create code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable and reusable
• Create robust programs and sequences to control complex, multi-station machinery to perform processes such as material pick and place, dispense, fastening, welding, testing and material transport
• Use Python scripting and SQL to interface equipment with Tesla Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and to collect data into production databases
• Create intuitive operator touchscreen interfaces using WinCC/MappView/TwinCAT HMI and SCADA dashboards screens using Ignition, Grafana
• Set up and tune servo drives and VFDs for fast and smooth operation (Schneider, B&R, Beckhoff, Siemens, SEW)
• Design and implement control reliable safety systems for safeguarding robots, gantries, conveyors, and other high-volume manufacturing equipment as per codes and standards
• Manage electrical cabinet builds, field wiring, pneumatic and fluid plumbing
• Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits
• Manage suppliers during specification, design, buyoff and installation of automated manufacturing equipment

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Science or 5+ years’ experience in Control Systems Design and Implementation, or equivalent experience
• PLC (Siemens, Beckhoff or B&R preferred)
• Human Machine Interface (HMI / GUI – Beckhoff View, WinCC, Ignition) proficiency
• Proficiency creating detailed electrical and fluid schematics in CAD (EPLAN preferred)
• Structured Text (IEC 61131-3) programming skills

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical plans
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans
• HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• 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
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation

The expected compensation for this position ranges from $91,600 to $164,400 annually, with details of participation in these benefit plans provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered.