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 for the position has a high aptitude to learn new skillsets in the position. The expectation is that engineers will start with strengths in a given field (AUTOCAD, robotics, PLC Programming, vision, 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. Sustain 24 by 7 production operations through responding to and resolving breakdowns quickly and efficiently to minimize downtime Diagnoses equipment failures, finds root cause and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness.Lead equipment upgrades with a focus on serviceability, reliability and process capability Develop and improve equipment validation procedures including calibration and qualification 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 extended downtime situations Takes initiative to create, implement and improve Preventative and Predictive Maintenance documents and schedules, under the direction of the Maintenance Planner Program ladder logic and structured text on multiple PLC controller platforms (Siemens and Beckhoff). Program and teach industrial 6-axis robots (Fanuc, Epson) Sequence complex, multi-station machinery for material pick-and-place, dispense, fastening, welding and conveyance applications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience Experience with PLC (Siemens or Beckhoff preferred) programming, motion control, safety devices Vision system (Cognex preferred) development & qualification experience Robotics (Fanuc, Epson) experience - programming and IR vision Experience commissioning and improving Equipment.
Have a demonstrated track record of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) improvement, Preventative and Predictive Maintenance activities Experience developing and improving HMI’s Good understanding of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Safety, Ergonomics, Change Point Management, Spare Parts Management 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 Skilled with the use of a variety of hand and portable tools as well as general machining Able to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings and electrical schematics Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period) Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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 Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr.
Managers levels)
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