Automation Controls Technician, Optimus

Description:
The Automation Controls Technicians within the Optimus robotics team will work alongside production, maintenance, and engineering to support automated equipment used in various component production. You’ll be using electrical engineering theory and programmable logic software to root cause and fix issues that cause equipment downtime. You will support hands-on robot builds and responsibilities around machine performance, analysis, testing, and documentation. Projects will include uptime improvements, new station deployments, and retools. The successful candidate for this position must have a broad background in Mechatronics, Automation, Electrical Engineering, Maintenance, and Testing. Must be a self-starter and work independently as well as in team environments.

Responsibilities:
Work with maintenance and engineers to identify root cause to downtime on automation equipment that uses testers, PLCs, and six axis robots
Execute engineering changes and document machine performance based on changes
Collaborate with Engineering teams to address PLC bugs and repetitive downtimes, providing clear and concise reports through pass-down communications
Maintain exceptional change control discipline in a rapidly evolving product and manufacturing environment
Manage SCADA projects and HMIs to help operators and maintenance with their work flow
Validate machine repairs by using machine data
Manage documentation used for production and maintenance to work on machines

Requirements:
2+ years of experience as an engineering or maintenance technician in the fields of: Robotics, Automative Service, precision medical devices, R&D, and Manufacturing with a demonstrated history of analytical problem solving and failure analysis
Previous hands-on experience with power tools, high and low voltage systems, wire harness repair
Working knowledge of PLCs – Siemens, Rockwell, Beckhoff
Ability to read electrical schematics and EPLAN
Experience with EtherCAT and CAN communication is a plus
Software: Structured Text, Ladder Logic, &  Python knowledge a plus
Must be able lift 37 lbs., be able to climb ladders and work a compressed workweek schedule as part of a 24/7 operation. Must be able to work within Bay Area sites with occasional travel (up to 10%)

Compensation & Benefits:
Benefits

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

Expected Compensation
$32.00 - $42.53/hour + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.