Equipment Engineer, Power Conversion System

What You'll Do

• Provide day-to-day coverage of Power Conversion System production equipment, including robots, conveyors, auto fastening systems, and dispense/validation stations
• Respond to alarms, breakdowns, and production requests promptly to minimize downtime and ensure continuity
• Diagnose equipment failures, perform root cause analysis, and document corrective actions
• Own equipment health and uptime metrics — drive TPM, PM completion, and reliability improvements
• Develop and maintain Preventive Maintenance (PM) procedures and schedules, ensuring sustainable equipment performance
• Lead or support major repairs, rebuilds, and retrofits during planned downtime or production breaks
• Collaborate with Controls, Process, and Test Engineering to address equipment issues, implement design changes, and improve OEE
• Design and implement equipment reliability improvement projects, focusing on hardware upgrades, improved component design, and operator ergonomics
• Act as subject matter expert and trainer for assigned equipment, building shift-level technician capability

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical systems, and machine design
• Experience supporting automated equipment, particularly robotic handling, fastening, dispense, and test stations
• Familiarity with KUKA robots (preferred), as well as Fanuc or Bdtronic for pick-and-place or adhesive dispense applications
• Understanding of automation support systems, including conveyors, VFDs, servo actuators, and machine guarding
• Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or CATIA) for equipment design and layout development
• Basic understanding of controls interfaces (PLCs, HMIs, safety interlocks) to collaborate effectively with Controls Engineering
• Skilled in use of shop tools, mechanical assembly, and light machining or welding

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical plans
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage)
• Vision plans
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plans
• Other financial benefits
• Company-paid life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time
• 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