Equipment Engineer, Production Control, Powertrain

Our production control team at Gigafactory Nevada will be a part
of operating, sustaining, and improving some of the most automated
manufacturing equipment in the world. The best candidate for the position has a
high aptitude to learn new skillsets in the position. The expectation is that
an engineers will start with strengths in a given field (AUTOCAD, robotics, PLC
Programming, vision, Python, HMI scripting, etc) and then learn all other areas
from those who work with them. This role requires capability across the board
to sustain all parts of the automated equipment. The expectation is not that
you arrive on day 1 with this capability, but that you have the aptitude and
desire to learn all aspects of automation.

• Sustain 24 by 7 production operations through responding to and
  resolving breakdowns quickly and efficiently to minimize downtime
• Work collaboratively with design, product excellence, production
  operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Maintenance and
  other cross functional teams as the expert to ensure production lines run in a
  safe, efficient manner producing high quality parts
• Program ladder logic and structured text on multiple PLC
  controller platforms (Allen-Bradley, Siemens and Beckhoff)
• Program and teach industrial 6-axis robots (Fanuc)Sequence
  complex, multi-station machinery for material pick-and-place, dispense,
  fastening, welding and conveyance applications
• Manage engineering projects with Automated Guided Vehicles
  (AGVs) and successfully integrate fleet equipment throughout areas in the
  factory
• Lead equipment upgrades with a focus on serviceability,
  reliability and process capability
• Drive project improvements on Vertical Reciprocating Conveyors
  (VRCs) and other material flow fixed conveyance and ASRS systems
• Responsible for continuous process optimization of automated
  lines
• Become owner / subject matter expert to drive equipment-related
  process improvement including detailed troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Build training material, maintenance routines, service
  bulletins, and related documentation related to cradle to grave equipment life
  cycle management

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Computer
  Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Good overall computer skills with demonstrated ability in a
  programming language
• Structured problems solving methodologies (DMAIC, 8D, etc)
• Able to work under intense time pressure in the presence others
• Experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting, and
  configuration
• Experience with robot programming, backup and restoration
• Experience in automotive or high volume manufacturing is highly
  desired
• Willing to work days, afternoons, nights and weekends as
  determined by project needs

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