Automation Controls Engineer

Automation ControlsThe Automation Controls position focuses on creating equipment for manufacturing and its sub-assemblies. This position concentrates specifically on controls of PLC driven robotic cells, servo actuated mechatronic systems and high volume automated process equipment. Siemens TIA ("Totally Integrated Automated Portal" OR TIA Portal) experience is highly desired for this role.ResponsibilitiesProvide technical controls, as well as electrical and automation support, for new manufacturing line equipmentAdvance current Factory control systems, and ensure consistency and knowledge sharing across manufacturing linesBridge core manufacturing controls teams (vehicle and powertrain) and factory operations to ensure that all factory controls needs are metParticipate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits. Lay out new industrial electrical control panels which are NFPA79/NEC/UL508A compliantCreate electrical, pneumatic and fluid schematicsDesign, develop and debug PLC code with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, and maintainable and reusableImplement (ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant) control reliable safety systems for safeguarding robots, gantries, conveyors, and other high-volume manufacturing equipmentRequirements5+ years' experience in PLC programming and applicationsProficiency in Siemens platformProven track record commissioning and programming manufacturing systems on the line, station, or component levelHands-on experience troubleshootingExperience on processes such as Material Handling, Adhesive, Vision, JoiningBachelor of Science Degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experienceRobotic programming knowledge (Fanuc, Kuka)Electrical schematic design (EPLAN, AutoCAD)Knowledge in Process SimulateCompensation & BenefitsAlong 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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&DShort-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)Employee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks program