Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer, Automation & Data Systems

TheManufacturing Controls Development Engineer, Automation & Data Systemsposition is located at our Fremont Factory location. The primary responsibility of this role is to apply first principles thinking to design, develop, and maintain core controls systems that bridge manufacturing gaps. This involves innovating automation and data architectures grounded in electrical engineering fundamentals, software logic, control system theory, and cybersecurity to mitigate threats. It includes integrating PLC/SCADA with energy, FSD, and Optimus platforms for physics-driven optimization of vehicle and robot production, plus creating scalable systems for functionality enhancements, quality inspection, and real-time process optimization.

• Help design automation and data architectures grounded in electrical design, engineering fundamentals, software logic, and control theory
• Create scalable systems for production output, quality inspection, and real-time process optimization
• Design and develop manufacturing data systems from concept to production, analyzing equipment KPI trends
• Implement cloud-based solutions for data collection/storage, using Python/SQL to interface with MES and production databases
• Design, program, and commission automation equipment to improve systems
• Predict faults from machine data, coordinate cross-functional alerts/corrective actions, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for tracking and reporting
• Optimize HMI/SCADA/MES interfaces; conduct in-house tech exploration and implement safety standards with periodic inspections
• Contribute to OT cybersecurity projects to secure manufacturing networks and devices against threats

• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 2-5 years of hands-on experience as a Controls Engineer or Applications Engineer, working on automation/electromechanical systems in industrial, mission-critical (e.g., data centers), high-tech/R&D, biotech/pharma, food/beverage, or advanced manufacturing (e.g., battery production) environments
• Proficiency in industrial systems including configuring control networks (Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, BACnet, Serial Communication), PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff, etc.), designing and implementing safety systems, and developing HMIs (at least one of the following: Ignition, WinCC)
• Deep understanding of first principles in electrical systems (including electrical schematic design using ePLAN for circuits and power distribution), software development, and control theory
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing settings, solving complex problems via foundational breakdowns
• Proficiency in Python and SQL
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and fixing electro-mechanical devices, with familiarity in common hand tools and diagnostic tools (e.g., multimeters)
• Proven interpersonal skills and ability to objectively resolve conflict within a large group.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Able to work flexible hours and schedules as required

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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.