Manufacturing Automation Engineer

1 day ago


Sparks, Nevada, United States Tesla Full time
Job Title: Manufacturing Automation Engineer

Tesla is seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Automation Engineer to contribute to the development and improvement of new automation equipment and assembly lines for our Energy Cell manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop Process Flows, Control Plans, GR&R, Work Instructions, Process Capability, Rework Procedures, Calibration and Qualification of tools, Quality Validation, Risk Assessments (PFMEA), and 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 24/7 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 PLC controller platforms (Omron, Siemens). Program and teach industrial 6-axis robots (Kuka/Fanuc) Sequence complex, multi-station machinery for material pick-and-place, dispense, fastening, vision systems, welding, and conveyance applications.
  • Diagnose equipment failures, find 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 an Expert-Level Trainer on all machines in assigned areas and be responsible for the level of knowledge of Shift Technicians. Provide hands-on support to the maintenance team to troubleshoot and resolve downtime situations.
  • Take 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 the area of ownership.
  • Participate in spare part analysis and inventory development, cost reduction, improvement working with the Spares Department to RMA faulty components and communicate needs to the vendor.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronic, 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.
  • 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 or web handling, or similar is a plus.
  • Experience on X-ray imaging, Vision systems, Laser process, Laser welding, or similar is a plus.
  • Overall experience on power electronics, electrical measurements, testing, and metrology systems, is a plus.


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