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Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, Remanufacturing, Energy

Tesla
Buffalo, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2026
What To Expect
Tesla’s Energy Remanufacturing team is looking for motivated engineers for equipment engineering positions. This role requires rapid problem solving and ability to iterate on solutions quickly. This team is developing brand new processes for remanufacturing energy products, and you will be responsible for improving and in some cases inventing the solution to these new processes. This role requires hands-on involvement on the manufacturing line and emphasizes analytical abilities, organization skills, and attention to detail.

What You'll Do

  • Troubleshoot, iterate, and solve challenging problems in real time
  • Flexibility to work with cross functional teams to solve problems and deliver solutions on time ranging from immediate deadlines to months out deadlines
  • Define the equipment needs for a given station to do a given process
  • Modify PLC controls sequence logic, to enhance safety, reliability, reduce faults, and achieve production goals
  • Configure and program IO devices, servo systems, Fanuc robots, to meet process and production needs
  • Lead diagnose and resolve PLC faults to minimize downtime, improve cycle times, and enhance process efficiency
  • Troubleshooting Electrical and Mechanical issues on the production line


  • What You'll Bring

  • Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics engineering, or equivalent experience
  • 2 years of relevant experience in an engineering role
  • Strong problem-solving ability to address complex technical issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions
  • Ability to troubleshoot LV and HV cabinets
  • Proficiency in HMI/SCADA industrial systems (TIA Portal and Ignition SCADA)
  • Evidence of mechanical design aptitude
  • Advanced proficiency in PLC programming and logic troubleshooting using IEC-61131 compliant languages (e.g., Siemens TIA Portal, Allen Bradley Studio 5000)
  • Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols, including PROFINET, EtherCAT, and Ethernet, with experience integrating distributed I/O systems (e.g., Balluff I/O-Link)
  • Evidence of engineering fundamentals aptitude


  • 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


  • Expected Compensation
  • Associate Manufacturing Equipment Engineer - $75,600 - $113,400/annual salary
  • Manufacturing Equipment Engineer - $93,600 - $140,400/annual salary


  • cash and stock awards benefits for all levels

    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.

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