What to Expect
Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg marks a defining moment in Europe for Tesla’s mission of accelerating the world’s transition to sustainable energy. Here we will launch revolutionary products on a massive scale, using extraordinary speed, innovation and efficiency. Our employees will ensure that we achieve our goals, and we welcome you to help us write the next chapter of our success story.
Tesla is looking for a highly motivated Controls Engineer, who will be responsible for shop-floor controls of the Can-Stamping-Operations, consisting of Cupping, Deep-Drawing, Washing, Drying and Conveying for the Gigafactory in Berlin-Brandenburg. You will also be responsible to support the future capacity expansion.
Within this role you will be team-member of the Engineering-team within the Cell department.
What You'll Do-
Reports to Associate Manager Cell Can Stamping
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Acts based on directions by the manager and undertakes actions for controls improvement in running processes / production
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Responsible for executing the job with focus on cost, quality and timing
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Builds and maintains an attitude of team player to fellow positions within the home organization
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Builds and maintains an attitude of team player to fellow positions to attached and interacting organizations
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Acts in accordance with environmental, health and safety regulations
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Acts in accordance with compliance and security regulations
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Contributes to develop new machine, processes and automation concepts along with several Manufacturing Engineering peers
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Creates a robust controls system architecture to support the concept, and then layout electrical schematics
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Responsible to architect, write, and debug PLC SCL, GRAPH & ladder logic with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable and reusable PLC code
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Responsible for designing / selecting robotic systems, run simulation, implementation, commissioning and programming
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Supports managing the network and hardware IT infrastructure
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Supports Design and Process FMEA and contributes to zero-defect policy
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Continually monitors process Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and contributes to maximize line speed and equipment stability
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Acts as the owner / expert to drive control improvements including detailed troubleshooting and root cause analysis in collaboration with the process / quality engineers
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Bachelor / Master of Science in Electrical, Software Engineering or Data Science. The equivalent in experience is also acceptable with evidence of exceptional ability
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Previous experience in working in and acting with multiple groups of professionals
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Previous experience in automotive or high-volume manufacturing (beverage among others) is highly desired
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5+ years of advanced PLC programming knowledge on Siemens Step 7, TIA Portal
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5+ years of professional experience with servo drives on Siemens SINAMICS
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Previous experience in programming Human Machine Interface (HMI / Ignition)
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Previous experience in working with Field bus Networks
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Understanding of databases (MySQL, MSSQL) and various program languages (Java, Python, SQL) and their communication preferred
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In depth knowledge of Electrical Standards
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In depth knowledge of Safety Standards
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Advanced knowledge of requirements by ISO
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Solidly organized, with meticulous attention to detail
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Experience with structured problem-solving methodology
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Able to work under intense time pressure in the presence others
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Mastery of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio / Project, Jira, Confluence
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Travel is included, including some internationally may be required from time to time
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Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
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Fluent in English language skills
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.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
