Automation Equipment Engineer, Powdercoat, Megafactory

What to Expect

As a key member of the Production Engineering team, the Automation Equipment Engineer will be responsible for operating, sustaining, and improving advanced, highly automated paint and powder coating manufacturing systems. This role combines hands-on support of electromechanical systems with control systems development and continuous improvement initiatives. You'll collaborate across teams to deliver world-class manufacturing performance and standardization across equipment lines. Candidates with a strong aptitude for learning and solving complex problems in a fast-paced environment will thrive in this role.

What You'll Do

Sustain 24 / 7 production operations by quickly responding to and resolving issues, focusing on paint / powder coat systems, ovens, and related equipment

Develop, debug, and document PLC code (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff) to control robots, conveyors, MES, vision, and third-party equipment

Program and teach industrial 6-axis robots (Fanuc, Kuka, Durr) and sequence complex multi-station automation

Design user-friendly HMI, SCADA, and ANDON interfaces to enhance operator usability and uptime

Drive continuous improvement projects to improve safety, quality, cost, and OEE metrics, including ownership of line- and station-level KPIs

Design NFPA79 / NEC / UL508A-compliant control panels and create detailed electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics

Conduct risk assessments and implement ANSI / RIA15.06 / OSHA-compliant safety systems for new or modified equipment

Lead equipment upgrades, retrofits, and repairs with a focus on reliability, process capability, and maintainability

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to standardize controls and automation practices across multiple lines

Take initiative to create and improve standard operating procedures and documentation within your area of ownership

What You'll Bring

Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Robotics Engineering, or equivalent experience

5+ years of hands-on experience with automation systems and electromechanical equipment in a manufacturing environment

Proficient in PLC programming (Siemens, Rockwell, Beckhoff) and motor controller integration; familiarity with safety PLCs

Experience with industrial robot programming (Fanuc, Kuka, Durr, Cartesian, SCARA, or articulated systems)

Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills under tight timing constraints

Familiarity with paint shop systems and processes : powder supply / reclaim, dust collectors, humidifiers, IR ovens, sealant dispense, conveyors

Experience designing in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, or EPLAN)

Proven ability to support full project lifecycle from scoping through implementation and handoff

Ability to work in a fast-paced, 24 / 7 manufacturing environment and provide on-call support as needed

Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset to work across engineering, production, and maintenance teams

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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