Controls Engineer, Die Shop

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Controls Engineer to support automation and data infrastructure in a precision tooling shop that designs and manufactures High Pressure Die Casting (HPDC) dies for the aluminum industry. This individual will be responsible for developing and maintaining control systems, HMI/SCADA interfaces, and data platforms, with a strong focus on leveraging Ignition, Xtal, and database tools to drive real-time insights and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and maintain PLC-based control systems and HMI interfaces for CNCs, EDMs, robotics, and support equipment
• Work with Ignition SCADA and Xtal platforms to build, deploy, and maintain custom dashboards, real-time data displays, and event-driven automations
• Integrate OPC/UA communication protocols to connect shopfloor equipment to centralized systems for monitoring and control
• Manage SQL and time-series databases used for logging process parameters, machine status, energy usage, and performance trends
• Create user-friendly dashboards and reporting tools to visualize key KPIs, including machine uptime, tool utilization, cycle times, and predictive maintenance alerts
• Develop and maintain system-level documentation including logic diagrams, control panel layouts, network architecture, and database structures
• Support integration of CMMS, MES, and other enterprise systems with shopfloor equipment and data layers
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to identify automation opportunities and implement smart manufacturing solutions
• Stay current with Industry 4.0 / IIoT technologies and recommend solutions for increased system visibility and efficiency

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in controls systems within a manufacturing, tooling, or industrial automation environment
• Strong hands-on experience with PLC/HMI programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley)
• Proficient in Ignition SCADA, Xtal, and HMI/SCADA dashboard development
• Solid understanding of OPC/UA, industrial networking, and machine integration best practices
• Experience working with SQL databases, data historians, and process logging systems
• Familiarity with SCADA architecture, alarm management, and data-driven decision-making
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and system logic
• Experience integrating data from CMMS (e.g., Flux) or MES systems into dashboards and reporting tools
• Programming experience with Python, JavaScript, or scripting used in automation or Ignition environments

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