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Tesla Motors, Inc.

Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, Cell Assembly, LFP Cell Manufacturing

Tesla Motors, Inc., Nevada, Iowa, United States, 50201

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What to Expect Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Equipment Engineer to contribute to the development and improvement of new automation equipment and assembly lines for our LFP Cell manufacturing operations. A Manufacturing Equipment Engineer in the production engineering team will be a part of operating, sustaining, and improving some of the most automated manufacturing equipment in the world. The best candidate has a high aptitude to learn new skillsets in the position. The expectation is that engineers will start with strengths in a given field (3D/2D Drawing, Mechanical/Electrical, Robotics, PLC Programming, Vision Systems, Python, HMI scripting, etc.) and then learn all other areas from those who work with them. This role requires capability across the board to sustain all parts of the automated equipment.

What You\'ll Do

Collaborate with cross functional teams in the development of Process Flows, Control Plan, GR&R, Work Instructions, Process capability, Rework Procedures, Calibration and Qualification of tools, Quality Validation, Risk Assessments (PFMEA) & New product introduction

Collaborate with Original Equipment Manufacturers in the commissioning and start of production of new automated manufacturing equipment

Collaborate with EHS in the identification, prevention, and mitigation of safety hazards, proposing and implementing engineering solutions

Sustain 24 by 7 production operations to meet build plan targets through responding to and resolving breakdowns quickly and efficiently to minimize downtime

Program ladder logic and structured text on multiple controller platforms (Omron, Siemens). Program and teach industrial 6-axis robots (Kuka/Fanuc) sequence complex, multi-station machinery material pick-and-place, dispense, fastening, vision systems, welding, and conveyance applications

Diagnoses equipment failures, finds root cause and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness. Lead equipment upgrades with a focus on serviceability, reliability and process capability

Participate and lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) meetings and reports

Become Expert Level Trainer on all machines in assigned area and be responsible for the level of knowledge of Shift technicians. Provide hands-on support to maintenance team to troubleshoot and resolve downtime situations

Takes initiative to create, implement and improve Preventative and Predictive Maintenance documents and schedules, under the direction of the Maintenance Planner. Sustain competitive MTTR & MTBF targets for area of ownership

Participate in spare part analysis and inventory development, cost reduction, improvement working with Spares Department to Macaulay components and communicate needs to the vendor

What You\'ll Bring

Degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience

Experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting and configuration. Good overall computer skills with demonstrated ability in either Omron or Siemens, programming languages, preferred

Experience commissioning and improving Equipment. Have a demonstrated track record of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) improvement, Preventative and Predictive Maintenance activities, preferred

Experience with robotics maintenance, troubleshooting, optimization and teaching, preferred (FANUC/Kuka)

3+ years in a highly automated, high volume manufacturing facility, good understanding of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Safety, Ergonomics, Change Point Management, Spare Parts Management, is a plus

Strong problem-solving skills and an aptitude for learning systems quickly. Able to utilize structured problem-solving techniques such as DMAIC, Ishikawa, Five Why (5W) or Eight Disciplines (8D). Able to resolve high level performance issues into addressable actions, preferred

Strong ability to work and communicate effectively with team and peers within a manufacturing and engineering organization. This includes excellent communication skills: written and verbal

Experience on winding systems, industrial roll to roll web handling or similar is a plus

Compensation and Benefits Benefits

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

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