Job Description

What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a Manager, Automation Engineering on the Cell Manufacturing Engineering team to be part of a world-class team of engineers that are responsible for designing and building the automation and robotic equipment at the Tesla factories.

As a Manager of Automation and Controls Engineering, you are responsible for leading a team of automation engineers that build equipment controls solutions for Cell Manufacturing projects specifically in the Electrode space. We cover a huge range of machinery and process types include mixing, coating, calendering, slitting, etc. We also build and implement the material flow, coordination and optimization necessary to deliver manufacturing at a truly mass-production scale. From development, to commissioning and scaling, the controls engineering team enables the next generation of manufacturing.

What You’ll Do

• Manage and grow a high performing, diverse team of Controls Engineers
• Support the hiring and selection process of Controls Engineers
• Train and review team members controls architecture, mechanical automation equipment, robots' systems, design of electromechanical systems, PLCs code, motion controls, HMI design, SCADA design and 3D vision systems
• Handle day-to-day management tasks such as performance reviews, time off, HR Coordination and resource capacity
• Report on status of development, quality and system performance to management
• Program and debug structure text and ladder logic code on multiple PLC controller platforms (Beckhoff TwinCAT and Siemens TIA Portal)
• Develop code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable and reusable
• Set up and tune servo drives and VFDs for fast and smooth operation (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
• Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of proven project management experience
• In depth knowledge of Beckhoff or Siemens controls systems
• Proficient Structured Text (IEC 61131-3) programming skills
• Engineering Degree (or equivalent in experience - Majors in Controls and Computer Control Systems, Mechatronic Engineering, Automation Engineering, etc.)
• 6+ years of experience as Controls, Automation, or Robotics Engineer working on industrial automation systems
• In-depth knowledge of Electrical Standards and Safety Standards
• Designing and maintaining PLC code structure
• Programming state machines for complex processes which involve multi-station parallel processing, pick and place automation, data acquisition, and PID control.
• Designing fault-tolerant systems with error handling and recovery
• Selecting appropriate circuit protectors, wire and cable, sensors, safety hardware, PLC hardware, remote I/O, VFD and servo systems

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

Expected Compensation

$140,800 - $258,000/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.