Application based sizing and selection of Instruments and Control devices required to operate and optimize complex mechanical and process system, including HVAC, Chilled Water, and Compressed Air
Create, review and update Controls engineering documentation and drawings
Initiate instrument datasheets, RFQ packages and perform technical bid evaluations to procure Controls devices
Work with vendors and contractors to review designs and ensure that they meet Tesla quality and documentation standards
Participate in development of scalable network architectures for plant wide high reliability control systems
Work closely with HMI developers and programmers to optimize data exchange and enhance system usability
Support the Construction team and Contractors to optimally execute scopes of work
Review 2D and 3D drawings, provide feedback to design and drafting team to update per technical changes
Provide expertise and support for system outages and failover incidents
Execute projects with a quick turnaround timeline while abiding by Tesla standards
What You’ll Bring
Degree in an Engineering field or equivalent industry experience
2-5 years of experience as a hands-on Controls Engineer or Instrumentation Engineer, Applications Engineer working on automation and/or electromechanical systems
Experience with control valve sizing, datasheet initiation and ANSI standards for Instrumentation
Ability to review mechanical, process and plumbing drawings to properly size and select flow, pressure and temperature sensors
Familiarity with Controls based software like SPI (InTools) to initiate Instrument lists, wiring terminations, calibrated ranges etc
Configuration of controls networks including, Ethernet/IP, Profinet and Serial Communication
Advanced knowledge of industrial process and manufacturing equipment, including safety system. Should be proficient in Siemens, Allen Bradly, or Beckhoff. Familiar with HMI – Ignition and Wincc is a plus
Proficiency selecting appropriate circuit protectors, wire and cable, sensors, safety hardware, PLC hardware remote I/O, VFD and instrumentation, experience transitioning products and processes from concept to production is desired
Advanced proficiency in modern text-based programming languages (Python, Java, C, VB) and database systems (MSSQL, MySQL, Access) is a plus