Sr. Controls Engineer, Cell Development

Tesla is seeking a Controls Engineer to join its Cell Development Lab team in the Bay Area, CA. We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to help accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. The primary work location is Fremont, CA, with parallel project coverage in Palo Alto, CA - approximately 25 miles apart.

• Support new equipment and continuous improvement projects including support for on-site commissioning and machine validations as well as providing troubleshooting for existing systems
• Design and implement industrial automation systems (PLCs, HMIs, servo drives, VFDs, sensors, actuators)
• Develop structured, maintainable, and reusable PLC/HMI code
• Create robust process/machine control sequences for processes like pick-and-place, dispensing, coating, pressing, mixing, and testing
• Design electrical schematics in AutoCAD or E-Plan
• Collaborate with Process, Equipment, and Maintenance teams on requirements and scheduling
• Follow control project best practices, ensuring proper documentation and timely updates
• Maintain control software in accordance with team procedures
• Present project updates, troubleshooting results, and conduct technical deep dives and analyses

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
• 4+ years of engineering experience in the automation controls and instrumentation field
• Hands-on experience with one or more PLC systems: Beckhoff, Siemens, Omron, Mitsubishi, or Allen-Bradley
• Experience with motion control systems
• Experience with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet, RS-232/485, EtherCAT, and/or Profinet
• Strong understanding of electrical design using AutoCAD or E-Plan
• Knowledge of NFPA 70, NFPA 79, UL 508A, and ISA standards
• Field experiences on troubleshooting end-to-end control systems, including power distribution, electrical components, instrumentation, PLCs, and HMIs
• Experience with lithium-ion battery cells is a big plus

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

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.