Sr. Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, Energy Remanufacturing

Description:
Tesla’s Energy Remanufacturing team is looking for motivated engineers for equipment, and controls 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.

Responsibilities:

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

Requirements:

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent experience
4+ 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