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Tesla Equipment Automation Engineer Cell Manufacturing Engineering 
United States, Nevada, Sparks 
444394495

13.08.2024
What You’ll Do
  • Drive design, development, commissioning, and ramp of part feeding, material handling/loading, and active mover or linear motion conveyance systems used in custom high speed automated manufacturing equipment. Design equipment fixtures, part loading, feeding, and conveyance equipment to add functionality and improve productivity
  • Work collaboratively as the equipment expert to ensure production lines run in a safe, efficient manner producing high quality parts. Become owner / subject matter expert to drive equipment-related process improvement including detailed troubleshooting and root cause analysis. Become owner of data management effectiveness and reliability for automated active mover/transport systems
  • Debug and optimize automated processes to reduce cycle times and maximize OEE. Troubleshoot and recover processes using PLC, HMI, or tool management software, and implement changes/improvements. Provide hands-on support to maintenance team to troubleshoot and resolve extended downtime situations. Build training material, maintenance routines, and related documentation for equipment life cycle management
  • Lead safety and ergonomic improvements to production equipment which meets or exceeds regulations or best practices
  • Identify equipment critical spare parts and ensure sufficient coverage to prevent extended downtime situations
  • Participate in supplier/internal equipment FAT and SAT
  • Develop and manage FMEA / risk assessments to prioritize equipment improvement projects and ensure sufficient repair strategies
What You’ll Bring
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in interdisciplinary/integrated Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent in a high volume manufacturing environment
  • 3D CAD design experience in production equipment, high volume part handling, conveyance systems, linear motion systems, creating/validating layouts, tooling drawings, pneumatic and electrical schematics
  • Demonstrated experience ramping equipment into manufacturing – automation assembly equipment, parts and material feeding, active mover and linear motion platforms, web handling, electromechanical systems, PLCs, motion controls, vision systems and data capture
  • Demonstrated experience solving complex electromechanical and software system issues with limited documentation to debug, build process know-how, and kick off improvement projects
  • Structured thinking and problem solving abilities. Proven through a number of root cause analysis following a data driven approach, statistical software (JMP) a plus. Experience with motion control programming, backup and restoration a plus
  • Availability for domestic/international travel as required
  • Knowledge and understanding of Battery Cell technology a plus