Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, Production Control Job Category | Manufacturing |
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Location | Sparks, Nevada |
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Req. ID | 173422 |
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Job Type | Full-time |
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What to ExpectA manufacturing equipment engineer in the production
control team 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.
What You'll Do- 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
- Interface process and test equipment with Tesla MES and
production quality databases using Python scripting and SQL
- Develop and improve equipment validation procedures
including calibration and qualification
- Identify equipment critical spare parts and ensure
sufficient coverage to prevent extended downtime situations
- Provide hands-on support to maintenance team to
troubleshoot and resolve extended downtime situations.
- Familiarity with SPC and development of
equipment-related OCAPs
What You'll Bring- BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Computer
Engineering or the equivalent in experience and evidence of exceptional
ability
- 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
- Be committed to Tesla's mission to accelerate
the world's transition to sustainable energy
Compensation and BenefitsBenefits
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
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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