Facilities Controls Engineer

Gigafactory Texas is looking for a Facilities Controls Engineer to support site manufacturing. Come and join us to help accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy.

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Chemical Engineering or equivalent experience and evidence of exceptional ability 8-10 years of direct operational facilities (semiconductor, solar, battery, etc.) experience building high-tech infrastructure  Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work in an extremely fast-paced environment  Ability to interface with multiple engineering disciplines  Advanced proficiency in programming industrial process including PLCs (Siemens, Allen Bradley) and Human Machine Interface (Ignition, Siemens Comfort Panel)  Ability to program state machines, data acquisition, and PID control and proven ability to design fault-tolerant systems with error handling and recovery  Proficiency programming and tuning variable frequency drives  Configuration of controls networks including field bus networks (ProfiNet, DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP, Safety rated field bus networks), and serial communication (RS-232, Ethernet communications between machine PLCs and database systems)  Proficiency selecting appropriate circuit protectors, wire and cable, sensors, safety hardware, PLC hardware, remote I/O, VFD and instrumentation and advanced proficiency in modern text-based programming languages (Python, Java, C, VB) and database systems (MSSQL, MySQL, Access) is a plus  Exposure to a wide variety of industrial sensors and equipment (level, temperature, and pressure transducers, current and power meters)

Design, develop, and implement control systems for facilities, including HVAC, Hydronics, Chemical, and other building systems  Develop and maintain control system documentation, including schematics, diagrams, and technical specifications  Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues, including hardware and software problems  Collaborate with facilities staff, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure control systems meet operational requirements  Develop and implement energy efficiency projects and initiatives to reduce energy consumption and costs  Stay up to date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in control systems engineering  Physical ability to perform hands-on work in various environments, including heat, cold, rain, and tight quarters  Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed  Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted

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