What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer, Robotics position at Tesla Motors, Inc.?
Tesla is seeking aManufacturingControls DevEngineer(Robotics)ontheVehicle 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 aControls DevEngineer, you are responsible for any robotics equipment solutions for all automotive projects. This includes having extensive theoretical and hands-on experience of2years 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 theVehicle Manufacturing ControlsEngineeringteam is developing new and innovative solutions in the factory and help Tesla achieve its ambitious manufacturing goals.
What You'll Do
- 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 maintainrobot vision guidance systems that will enable fully automated production lines
- Optimization and improvement of human machine interfaces, and SCADA systems and MES interfaces for thevehicleorganization
- 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
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's Degree inRoboticsEngineering or equivalent experience
- 2 years of professionalrobotics experience in automotive industry
- 2 years of advanced robotics programming knowledge onKUKA, Fanuc, or equivalent robotics in a professional environment
- Software developing skills in Python,C or equivalent
- BasicPLC programing skillswith,Siemens,Rockwellor 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
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
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.