Manufacturing Controls Electrical Engineer, Optimus Jobs in Austin, TX at Tesla
Title: Manufacturing Controls Electrical Engineer, Optimus
Company: Tesla
Location: Austin, TX
What To Expect
We are seeking a motivated electrical engineer to develop manufacturing lines for Optimus. As part of the Powertrain Manufacturing Controls team based at our Gigafactory in Austin, Texas, you will review, approve, and oversee the electrical design of new automated manufacturing lines that produce motor, battery, charging, and power electronics components. You will standardize common electrical components used by our team, partners, and vendors. This hands-on role requires in-depth knowledge of NFPA, NEC, and UL electrical standards, along with strong proficiency in EPLAN. Join our team to build the machines that produce world-leading products and accelerate toward a future of amazing abundance.
What You’ll Do
Design new equipment in EPLAN and develop standard templates and macros for partners and vendors to adopt in their designs
Review and update standard components to meet evolving cost and lead time requirements
Review electrical and pneumatic designs prior to start of build, ensuring strict adherence to NFPA 70, NFPA 79, and UL 508A, and identify deficiencies during drawing review and physical inspection
Perform sizing calculations (e.g., SCCR) for local facility requirements and determine arc-flash safety and labeling requirements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, sustaining, facilities, and IT, as well as external vendors and third-party inspectors
Lead supplier design reviews and factory acceptance testing, contributing to high-level machine and line design decisions
Perform hands-on work and coordinate across internal teams to successfully land production lines at any Tesla facility
What You’ll Bring
2+ years of experience designing electrical schematics for industrial machinery in AutoCAD or EPLAN
Experience with EPLAN Engineering Configuration (EEC) is a strong plus
Prior experience in a manufacturing or machine builder environment
Design experience with 480VAC power distribution panels and 24VDC PLC control panels
Hands-on troubleshooting and repairing electro-mechanical devices
Proficiency with common hand tools and diagnostic instruments (e.g., multimeters)
Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experien
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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