Manufacturing Equipment Engineer

Tesla
Texas
What To Expect
A Manufacturing Equipment Engineer in the Production Engineering team will be a part of operating, sustaining, and optimizing advanced manufacturing equipment and leading-edge technologies. The best candidate for the position has a high aptitude for learning and adapting quickly in a high paced environment. The candidate should come in with a strong background in at least one of the following disciplines (PLC Programming, 6-axis robots, Python scripting, SCADA, mechanical design & analysis, vision systems, or electrical testers). The Equipment Engineer must constantly demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills in automated equipment while developing their skillsets outside of their area of expertise.

What You'll Do

Support 24/7 operation either remotely or onsite during times of escalationAccurately and efficiently troubleshoot issues while implementing counter measures and continuous improvement projects to reduce downtime and loss of efficiency An equipment engineer must provide hands-on support and mentorship to maintenance and controls team to troubleshoot and resolve extended downtime situations Program, teach, and troubleshoot industrial 6-axis robots (Fanuc) for multiple applications such as material handling and dispense Responsible for troubleshooting, commissioning, and optimizing motion controls systems with VFDs and servo motors (PowerFlex, Kinetix, SiMotion, Lenze, LTI, Itoh Denki, etc.) Responsible for diagnosing equipment failures, identifying root causes; develop strategies to mitigate or eliminate the frequency, severity, and impact of the failure modes. Candidate must have working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, industrial networks and controls systems Take ownership and present on metrics (station level and overall line level) while planning and implementing continuous improvement projects to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness across different automated stations Lead equipment upgrades, retrofits, and repairs with a focus on design intent, manufacturability, serviceability, reliability, and process capability Takes initiative to create, propose, implement and improve standard operating procedures for the equipment and stations within the area of ownership

What You'll Bring

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Robotics engineering, or equivalent relevant experience Experienced in programming, troubleshooting, and integrating PLC platforms with ladder logic and structured text (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff) Experience commissioning and optimizing equipment.  Have a demonstrated track record of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) improvement Robotics maintenance, troubleshooting, optimization & programming, preferred 3+ years in an automated, high volume manufacturing facility Experienced in safety control devices and safety logic is preferred 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 Able to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings and electrical schematics, experience developing and improving HMI’s, Fanuc Robotics / Ignition Experience, preferred Strong ability to work and communicate effectively with team and peers within a manufacturing and engineering organization as well as cross-functional teams.  This includes excellent communication skills: written and verbal Creative capacity for developing new ways to do things better, cost-effective, faster in alignment with the Tesla approach to revolutionary product development, is a plus

Benefits
Compensation and 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

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Posted 2026-06-28

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