The Manufacturing Equipment Engineer will work within the Battery Enclosure team, focusing on operating, sustaining, and improving highly automated manufacturing equipment. The role requires a strong aptitude for learning and collaboration across various engineering disciplines, including PLC programming and robotics.

• Degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting and configuration
• Experience commissioning and improving Equipment with a track record of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) improvement
• Robotics maintenance, troubleshooting, optimization & teaching experience preferred
• 3+ years in a highly automated, high volume manufacturing facility
• Strong problem-solving skills and aptitude for learning systems quickly
• Able to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
• Strong ability to work and communicate effectively with team and peers

• Sustain 24 by 7 production operations through responding to and resolving breakdowns quickly and efficiently
• Lead a cross functional TPM team and take on improvement projects to enhance factory performance
• Develop and improve equipment validation procedures including calibration and qualification
• Become Expert Level Trainer on all machines in assigned area and support maintenance team
• Create, implement and improve Preventative and Predictive Maintenance documents and schedules
• Program ladder logic and structured text on multiple PLC controller platforms
• Participate in spare part analysis and inventory development

• Employees at Tesla are often offered day-one coverage with multiple medical options (some at $0 paycheck cost), dental/vision, company HSA contributions, a 401(k) match, and equity programs. Most roles also include paid time off and holidays, family-building support, employee assistance, commuter and childcare benefits, and access to discounts and wellness programs.