Tesla · 4 weeks ago
Commissioning Automation Controls Engineer
AUSTIN, Texas
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expTesla is seeking to hire a Controls Commissioning Engineer to join its Gigafactory Texas commissioning team in Austin, TX. The role involves leading and supporting the commissioning, start-up, and testing of control systems to ensure they meet project specifications and function properly.
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Responsibilities
Lead and support the commissioning, start-up, and testing of control systems to ensure they meet project specifications and function properly
Support troubleshooting Siemens PLC and Ignition SCADA system
Diagnose and resolve issues related to control systems and automation equipment during commissioning and start-up phases
Support and provide technical knowledge and problem-solving skills as Commissioning SME (Subject Matter Expert)
Support oversight of vendors in performance test runs and site acceptance testing
Monitor construction activities in preparation for executing commissioning activities
Assure correct installation of instrumentation and control equipment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
3-7 years engineering experience in automation controls and instrumentation
Experience in Ethernet TCP/IP, ProfiNet, Modbus RTU/TCP, HART, BACnet communication protocol
Experience in programming & troubleshooting in Siemens TIA portal, Ignition SCADA
Previous start-up and commissioning experience for manufacturing sites
Electrical knowledge of NEC control wiring and ISA
Field experience troubleshooting end to end controls including flow, pressure, temperature, level, and gas detection field instrumentation to HMI
Benefits
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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