Mechatronics Engineer, Cell Prototype Engineering

About the role

• Mechatronics Engineer, Cell Prototype Engineering | Tesla (Design)
• Location: San Diego, California | Req ID: 268384 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

Tesla’s Cell Engineering team at San Diego is looking for an exceptional talent as a Mechatronics Engineer, to lead and develop next generation prototype manufacturing capabilities.

This role includes design and implementation of automated equipment in processes and advanced manufacturing, including building up and commissioning key equipment. Key equipment will include but not limited to winding, welding, electrolyte filling, test automation, and customized retrofits.

This is an exciting opportunity to build cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities right here in San Diego. Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will work on mission-driven manufacturing capabilities to enable incredibly exciting battery products.

What You'll Do

• Drive development of innovative manufacturing processes and equipment that enable improved battery performance and cost
• Lead equipment retrofits and upgrades, especially with hands-on experience
• Design robust, stable, fault-tolerant systems with error handling and recovery
• Program and debug structure text and ladder logic code on multiple PLC controller platforms (Siemens, Beckhoff, B&R, Omron)
• Use Python scripting and SQL to interface equipment to collect data into dashboard databases
• Create intuitive operator touchscreen interfaces using WinCC/MappView/TwinCAT HMI and SCADA dashboards screens using Ignition, Grafana
• Set up and tune servo drives and VFDs for fast and smooth operation (Schneider, B&R, Beckhoff, Siemens, SEW)
• Design and implement control reliable safety systems for safeguarding robots, gantries, conveyors, and other high-volume manufacturing equipment as per codes and standards
• Manage suppliers during specification, design, buyoff and installation of automated manufacturing equipment
• Build process documentation to accurately define the process to cross-functional teams (equipment, quality, production, etc.)

What You'll Bring

• Degree in an Engineering discipline (Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering Controls and Computer Control Systems, Computer Science, Mechatronic Engineering, Automation Engineering, etc.), or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience as a hands-on mechanical/manufacturing controls engineer working on automation and/or electromechanical systems
• Advanced proficiency in programming industrial equipment in all IEC 61131-3 languages with a focus on structured text and ladder logic
• Safety PLCs (Allen Bradley, Omron, Pilz, Siemens, B&R, etc.)
• Human Machine Interface (HMI / GUI - AB Panelview, Ignition, TIA/WinCC, B&R, etc.)
• Field bus Networks (EtherCAT, ProfiNet, ProfiBud, Modbus, Powerlink, RS232, etc.) and OPC UA PLCs, SCADA, MES, and other systems
• Proficiency in selecting/ integrating appropriate circuit protectors, wire and cable, sensors, safety hardware, PLC hardware, remote I/O, VFD, and servo systems
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple cross-functional teams and suppliers
• Evidence of Deep understanding of engineering fundamentals and ability to apply them towards manufacturing process development

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
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)

Expected Compensation$87,020 - $300,960/annual salary + 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.