Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer, Powertrain

Tesla manufactures electric vehicles and energy products, focusing on sustainable energy solutions.
Sparks, NV, USA
$90,000 - $150,000
Embedded
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Automotive

Description For Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer, Powertrain

Tesla, a leader in electric vehicles and sustainable energy solutions, is seeking a Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer for their Powertrain team at Giga Nevada. This role is crucial in developing and implementing manufacturing lines for Tesla's key technological advantages: battery packs, drive units, and power electronics.

The position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of traditional manufacturing and modern software development, where you'll be responsible for designing and launching manufacturing equipment for groundbreaking products. You'll be working with cutting-edge technology, merging conventional PLC logic with modern software stacks to create next-generation control systems.

As a Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer, you'll have the chance to directly impact Tesla's mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy. The role demands a versatile engineer who can handle everything from initial commissioning to mass production, combining hands-on experience with strategic thinking. You'll be working with state-of-the-art industrial robots and control systems, while also leading supplier relationships and coordinating across multiple teams.

The position offers comprehensive benefits, including competitive healthcare options, family-building benefits, retirement plans, and various lifestyle perks. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to be at the forefront of sustainable technology and manufacturing innovation, working for a company that's reshaping the automotive and energy industries.

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Responsibilities For Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer, Powertrain

  • Design and launch manufacturing equipment for new products being mass-produced
  • Develop next generation controls systems merging PLC logic with modern software stack
  • Perform hands-on work with full-scale production equipment
  • Contribute to Tesla's hardware and software standards
  • Lead machine suppliers and collaborate on high-level machine and line designs decisions

Requirements For Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer, Powertrain

  • Programming proficiency in PLC or industrial controllers using ladder logic and structured text
  • Experience programming and setting up industrial robots (e.g., Fanuc, KUKA)
  • Electrical schematic design using ePLAN or AutoCAD
  • Experience in a manufacturing setting
  • Hands-on experience troubleshooting and fixing electro-mechanical devices
  • Familiar with common hand tools and diagnostic tools
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience

Benefits For Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer, Powertrain

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Commuter Benefits
Parental Leave
  • Aetna PPO and HSA plans with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution
  • Company Paid HSA Contribution
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • LGBTQ+ care concierge services
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plans
  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program

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