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Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer, Optimus Assembly

Tesla

Location

Austin, TX

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/29/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202692.9% approval+1% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The Vehicle Manufacturing Controls Team is looking for a Manufacturing Controls Dev Engineer to focus on automation control systems within Tesla's production system. This role involves designing, validating, and commissioning production systems for Tesla's next generation of products. The engineer will be responsible for the controls system of manufacturing lines, ensuring efficiency and innovation. This position offers an opportunity to shape the future of manufacturing software and contribute to sustainable practices.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in PLC programming and applications
  • Proficiency in Siemens platform
  • Proven track record commissioning and programming manufacturing systems on the line, station, or component level
  • Hands-on experience troubleshooting
  • Experience on processes such as Material Handling, Adhesive, Vision, Joining
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
  • Robotic programming knowledge (Fanuc, Kuka)
  • Electrical schematic design (EPLAN, AutoCAD)
  • Knowledge in Process Simulate

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for designing and architecting the controls systems
  • Develop foundational PLC programs in Siemens including custom code to interface with new technologies
  • Own the execution and validation of the manufacturing systems from concept to design, to serial production hand-over
  • Provide necessary expertise to effectively support all cross-functional teams including Manufacturing Engineering, EH&S, and Production Engineering
  • Manage projects across the full project life cycle
  • Develop procedures, train, and maintain proper documentation

Benefits

  • 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.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Tesla Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

644

FY2026

Approval rate

92.9%

FY2026

LCA certified

1,444

FY2026

Entry-level share

2.1%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+1%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-60%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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