Controls Engineer, General Assembly Model Y

The Controls Engineer for General Assembly 4 (Model Y) will be responsible for troubleshooting and programming robot applications, conveyor systems, equipment, and process/equipment monitoring systems within our sustaining team.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for all controls-related activities in the shop, Leading and assisting production in all controls-related topics and issues
• Support and assist the maintenance team in troubleshooting difficult breakdowns and chronic equipment failures
• Responsible for implementing and managing continuous process optimization including the addition of advanced and conventional technologies to improve quality, productivity and reduce overall waste
• Develop & maintain proper documentation of all electrical equipment and associated procedures, making updates as required by modifications
• Responsibility for designing, selecting, managing, programming, and commissioning of automation equipment used to improve the existing systems
• Identify weak areas of the production systems using root cause analysis and first principles thinking, and implement effective countermeasures using all available means
• Implement and maintain quality control methods including pokeyokes, data tracking systems, part recognition, and problem reporting.
• Optimization and improvement of human-machine interfaces, and SCADA systems, and MES interfaces
• 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
• Managing the network and hardware IT infrastructure

Requirements

• BSc./MSc. Degree in electrical, mechatronics, mechanical engineering, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of professional controls engineering experience
• 2+ years of advanced PLC programming knowledge on Siemens, Allen Bradley, or equivalent PLCs in a professional environment
• Understanding of databases and various program languages (Java, Python)
• HMI programming experience - Ignition
• Robotic programming skills desired
• Proven project management experience
• Proficient in CAD working with electrical diagrams and prints
• Willing to perform shift work (nights) and overtime as required

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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

$80,000 - $258,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

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.