Controls Technician, Battery Pack, Powertrain

What To Expect
The ideal candidate takes pride in their hands-on work, technical ability, organizational skills, safety record and attention to detail. They appreciate an environment where innovative and high quality work is encouraged, noticed and rewarded and where individuals carry tremendous responsibility. They look forward to learning an incredible amount on the job. They're an excellent cross-team communicator, with a knack for understanding, process, mechanical, and electrical systems as well as controls.

What You'll Do

Diagnose and repair PLC-controlled systems, HMIs, sensors, and other automation components to quickly restore production

Strong Electrical background including understanding electrical wiring diagrams and troubleshooting electrical cabinets ranging from 24 VDC to 480 VAC 3 phase

PLC/HMI programming and troubleshooting skills using different PLC/HMI platforms and programming styles

Configure, tune, and maintain VFDs, servo drives, and motion systems as required

Perform basic network troubleshooting (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, DeviceNet, Profibus) to restore communication between devices

Work closely with Controls Engineers, Equipment Engineers, and Maintenance Technicians to resolve recurring issues and implement improvements

Follow all LOTO, electrical safety, and company procedures when performing work on live systems

What You'll Bring

3-5 years of experience on process automation and/or electromechanical systems. Ability to perform skilled termination of controls devices 

Working knowledge of low voltage electrical systems from 24VDC to 480VAC

Ability to read and comprehend wiring diagrams, loop drawings, and P&ID drawings. Ability to read and interpret electrical prints and schematics. Ability to read and interpret PLC code and HMI screens

Ability to work in high elevation up to 80 ft. and ability to lift 50 lbs. regularly

Strong knowledge in troubleshooting of motor controls, variable frequency drives, programmable controllers and other electronic components

Strong understanding of HVAC and process instrumentation (pressure, level, differential pressure, temperature and analytical). Strong understanding of controls valves, dampers, and associated actuators

Must have command of English language, both written and verbal

Benefits
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

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