What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Engineer, Body in White Model Y position at Tesla Motors, Inc.?
| Job Category | Manufacturing |
|---|---|
| Location | Fremont, California |
| Req. ID | 141256 |
| Job Type | Full-time |
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The Manufacturing Equipment Engineer Body in White will have extensive theoretical and hands-on experience in Body Shop automation. This role requires experience re-engineering automated equipment while it runs to fully achieve Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost targets, and internal customer requirements. This includes continuous equipment performance analysis, monitoring, optimization & improvement, and close alignment with people responsible for the operation. The Equipment Engineer assists the daily operation of every line, acting as the Leader of Technology across 4 shifts operating 24-7.
- Breakdown & downtime analysis to define and implement measurable corrective and preventative actions
- Objectively define and achieve OEE, throughput, and cycle time improvements
- Continuous process and automation optimization, including robot, PLC, HMI, Vision, Conveyance, and other auxiliary equipment
- Design / re-design cells, equipment, fixtures, tooling, and components in various production conditions (during core & non-core production time)
- Project management: both internal maintenance projects, and major contractor projects, including investment justification and management
- Ensure equipment and process safety compliance to applicable standards
- Spare part identification, cataloging and assignment of spare requirement
- Support and assist Maintenance in troubleshooting & recovering from difficult breakdowns and chronic equipment failures
- Develop & maintain proper documentation of: Production & maintenance processes; periodic maintenance tasks; equipment changes & specification (electrical, spare parts upgrades, mechanical), including drawings, operator instructions, and bulletins
- Study technologies to expert-level of understanding, utilizing internal & external technical resources to fully understand, teach and lead new / newly implemented technologies
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- BSc, or B.Eng. in electrical, mechatronics, mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
- Clear understanding of machine safeguarding & equipment safety compliance
- 3 years of experience designing, implementing, and optimizing automated manufacturing equipment & processes
- Robot & PLC programming experience with Fanuc, KUKA, Allen Bradley, or equivalent preferred
- Robotic mechanical and electrical trouble shooting skills preferred
- Proven interpersonal skills and ability to objectively resolve conflict within a large group
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Able to work flexible hours and schedules as required
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)
- LGBTQ care concierge services
- 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
$80,000 - $264,000/annual salary cash and stock awards benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
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Salary : $80,000 - $264,000
