SCADA Controls Engineer, Paint

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• Controls Engineer, Paint | Tesla (Manufacturing)
• Location: Fremont, California | Req ID: 276041 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

We are seeking a highly skilled SCADA Controls Engineer to develop, maintain, and optimize SCADA systems used in managing paint shop production. The ideal candidate will be an expert in Ignition SCADA development, scripting, and database integration, ensuring high-quality system performance, robust issue tracking, and efficient change management.

What You'll Do

• Develop and maintain high-quality SCADA applications using Ignition Perspective, including designing views, creating types and tags, and integrating with databases and APIs
• Write and optimize Python scripts and SQL queries to support automation, data tracking, and reporting
• Ensure proper system change management, tracking all updates, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining detailed documentation
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to SCADA systems, scripting, and database performance to minimize production impact
• Work with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, develop scalable solutions, and ensure seamless system integration
• Implement data-driven solutions using SQL databases, enabling efficient analysis and reporting
• Conduct functional testing and system validation to ensure performance, reliability, and compliance with manufacturing standards

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of professional controls engineering experience
• Experience working with Ignition SCADA v8+, especially with the Perspective design
• Strong programming and scripting skills (Python, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript)
• Understanding of databases such as MSSQL, MySQL or Oracle, with skill in writing efficient queries for complex requirements
• Ability to design effective and intuitive SCADA graphics to enhance operator experience and awareness of the process and improve decision making, including experience in adopting HMI design best practices
• Familiarity with PLC programming (Rockwell, Siemens, or equivalent) for integration purposes
• Familiarity with web development such as HTML5, CSS, Javascript, React is a plus

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$84,000 - $156,000/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.