Equipment Engineer, Production Control, Powertrain

Description:
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.

Responsibilities:

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

Requirements:

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

Compensation & Benefits:

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