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Tesla

Sr. Electrical Development Engineer

Tesla, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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What You'll Do

Participate in equipment concept development and balance product specifications, electrical requirements, component selection, controls architecture, and costs

Define system interconnects, electrical schematics, and key automation components with other engineering groups to meet requirements

Work closely with project managers and teams to translate expectations into final designs and ensure adherence to Tesla and regulatory standards

Design power distribution, control panels, and functional safety circuitry to meet standards like NFPA 79, IEC 60204-1, UL 508A, and ISO 13849-1

Select and size electrical and electromechanical components such as circuit protectors, sensors, PLC hardware, VFDs, servo systems, and safety hardware

Troubleshoot power distribution panels, I/O panels, field instrumentation, safety interlock circuits, and electrical system issues in the field

Manage vendors and suppliers during specification, design review, approval, commissioning, and installation of automated equipment

Develop and maintain documentation, including schematics, utility matrices, and procedures for electrical equipment

Implement continuous process optimization to improve quality, productivity, and reduce waste

Provide training to production and maintenance teams and contribute to Tesla electrical standards and best practices

What You'll Bring

Proficiency in electrical CAD systems like Eplan Electric P8 v2.9 or higher for designing control panels, power distribution, wiring, and instrumentation

Experience selecting circuit protectors, wire and cable, sensors, safety hardware, PLC hardware, remote I/O, VFDs, servo systems, and key electrical components

In-depth knowledge of electrical standards such as NEC, NFPA 79, IEC 60204-1, and UL 508A

In-depth knowledge of safety standards such as ISO 13849-1 and ANSI/RIA15.06

Familiarity with control systems like Beckhoff, Siemens and DeltaV, including EtherCAT, FSoE, PROFINET, and PROFIsafe

Hands-on experience troubleshooting industrial control circuits, instrumentation, and safety interlock systems with common diagnostics tools such as DMMs, network testers and power monitors

Ability to read process and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) to create electrical designs and schematics, including familiarity with hazardous (classified) locations and equipment requirements

Proficiency in field network topology and practical applications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience at least 3 years of relevant professional experience in electrical or automation engineering

Benefits

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

Additional Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Utilities

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