Virtual Commissioning Engineer, Cell Manufacturing

22 hours ago


Austin, United States Tesla Full time

Virtual Commissioning Engineers are responsible for developing 3D/2D simulation models of automated manufacturing processes and equipment. These models are used to validate PLC (programmable logic controller), HMI (human machine interface) programs, robot programs and Tesla Manufacturing Execution System (MES) that collect data into production databases.
In this on-site role, you will develop Tesla Virtual Commissioning technology to test capabilities, evaluate functionality, and identify improvements for PLC/IPC programs, HMI programs and the manufacturing process.
Virtual Commissioning engineer will work cross-functionally with Tesla's teams in Manufacturing Engineering, Controls Engineering, and Robotics Engineering to design, validate, and test PLC and robot programs to achieve a comprehensive simulation of the production process.

Responsibilities

  • Learn usage of various manufacturing 2D and 3D CAD tools and formats
  • Develop 2D or 3D simulation environments for manufacturing processes involving robots, conveyors, gantries, cranes, winders, B&R, etc.
  • Integrate simulation model with software-in-loop, model-in-loop, or hardware-in-loop architectures
  • Develop virtual commissioning libraries emulating equipment (Schneider, B&R, Beckhoff, Siemens, SEW, Balluff, SICK, Keyence, etc.) based on EPlan, equipment specifications and PLC communication protocols
  • Debug structure text and ladder logic code on multiple PLC controller platforms (B&R Automation Studio, Beckhoff TwinCAT and Siemens TIA Portal)
  • Validate PLC, HMI, robot software, and Tesla MES systems in a virtual commissioning environment
  • Evaluate new virtual commissioning and digital twin technologies
  • Develop tools in software programming languages to make the simulation development and review process efficient
  • Review virtual commissioning data with equipment integrators or internal teams and confirm the conformance to Tesla standards and manufacturing process
  • Write technical documentation detailing the virtual commissioning processes and enhance Tesla's Virtual Commissioning standards
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronics, Automation Engineering or equivalent experience
  • Experience with tools for virtual commissioning (iPhsyics, Process Simulate, WinMOD, MapleSim, Emulate3D, EKS, etc.) is preferred
  • Experience with commissioning Beckhoff, Siemens PLCs is preferred
  • Experience with using TwinCAT XAR, TIA PORTAL, and PLCSIM Advanced is preferred
  • Programming experience with computer programming languages, such as, C#, C++, Python
  • Experience with 3D CAD design software such as CATIA or SOLIDWORKS is preferred
  • Understanding of network protocols (ETHERCAT, ETHERNET I/P, PROFINET, OPC UA) is preferred
  • Experience working in a manufacturing environment (automotive, packaging, battery manufacturing, etc.) is preferred
  • Quick comprehension and analytical skills
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)
  • LGBTQ+ care concierge services
  • 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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