Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer, Robotics
Description
Tesla is seeking a Manufacturing Controls Dev Engineer (Robotics) on the Vehicle Manufacturing Controls Engineering (VMCE) team to be part of a world-class team of engineers that are responsible for designing and building the robotic equipment at the Tesla factories. As a Controls Dev Engineer, you are responsible for any robotics equipment solutions for all automotive projects. This includes having extensive theoretical and hands-on experience of 2 years in all facets of robotic applications used in Manufacturing, as well as experience managing new product introductions, equipment projects (new installations) and process optimization, upgrades & modifications.
The key objective of the Vehicle Manufacturing Controls Engineering team is developing new and innovative solutions in the factory and help Tesla achieve its ambitious manufacturing goals.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for designing, selecting, managing, programming, and commissioning of automation equipment
- Responsible for implementing and managing continuous process optimization including the addition of advanced and conventional technologies to improve quality, productivity and reduce overall waste
- Overall responsibility for all robotics-related activities in the shop. Leading and assisting production in all robotics related topics and issues
- Support and aid maintenance team in troubleshooting difficult breakdowns and chronic equipment failures
- Develop & maintain proper documentation of all electrical equipment and associated procedures, making updates as required by modifications
- Identify weak areas of the production systems using root cause analysis and first principles thinking and implement effective countermeasures using all available means
- Design, implement and maintain robot vision guidance systems that will enable fully automated production lines
- Optimization and improvement of human machine interfaces, and SCADA systems and MES interfaces for the vehicle organization
- Creation and improvements of equipment safety standards, and the implementation of those standards into the manufacturing equipment, including periodic checks and qualification inspections; Understand and program using several different programming styles, including ladder logic, structured text
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Robotics Engineering or equivalent experience
- 2+ years of professional robotics experience in automotive industry
- 2+ years of advanced robotics programming knowledge on KUKA, Fanuc, or equivalent robotics in a professional environment
- Software developing skills in Python, C++ or equivalent
- Basic PLC programing skills with, Siemens, Rockwell or equivalent
- Robotic safety programing including Kuka Safe, DCS
- Proven project management experience
- Proficient in CAD working with electrical diagrams and prints
- Great problem-solving skills and analytical thinking
- Proven interpersonal skills and ability to objectively resolve conflict within a large group; strong communication skills, both verbal and written; Able to work flexible hours and schedules
Compensation and Benefits
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) and 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)
- 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 (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