Engineering Technician

About the role

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Technician to support engineering development for Cell Manufacturing, including equipment development, installation, and commissioning. This role involves working closely with cross‑functional teams to address challenging automation equipment issues and installations. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated interest in industrial automation machinery, especially with PLC or DCS control systems using a fieldbus technology; knowledge of Profinet or EtherCAT is preferred. The candidate should be able to work independently with minimal supervision. Tesla's projects are highly dynamic, as the company continuously adjusts priorities to improve productivity and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Install line‑side equipment, including instrumentation and automation control systems.
• Construct NEC/UL508A code‑compliant control panels and perform retrofits to existing panels by following engineering prints and using supplier information.
• Collaborate with relevant teams to determine appropriate equipment, instrument locations, and compliant cabling methods, providing feedback as needed.
• Verify automation equipment is safely installed, energized, and meets project specifications and standards.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical and control issues, using knowledge of control systems and proficiently reading electrical schematics; troubleshoot and commission VFD and servo drive systems.
• Edit electrical schematics using EPLAN P8 Electrical CAD.
• Perform basic mechanical assembly tasks, such as bolting brackets and covers, and using basic hand tools.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working in an industrial automation or technical organization.
• Familiarity with 480 V power distribution panels, digital/analog I/O, and safety circuit systems.
• Experience with wiring methods, terminations, and networking within industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Experience with NEC compliance for industrial machinery, including raceway methods.
• Command of the English language, both written and verbal.
• Ability to document, multitask, prioritize, and work in an extremely fast‑paced environment.

Physical Demands

• Perform physically demanding work for extended periods (up to 12 hours a day), including standing, walking, and navigating varied and uneven terrain.
• Frequently and repetitively lift, push, and carry up to 50 lb (including carrying 20 lb up and down stairs).
• Frequent bending, lifting, reaching, stooping, laying, squatting, kneeling, crouching, twisting, and crawling for extended periods.
• Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, or other high structures.
• Identify issues in work processes and receive safety signals using sight, touch, or hearing.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PAPR, safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps) and adhere to prescribed safety rules and guidelines.