Robotics Controls Engineer, Geartrain Manufacturing, Optimus

Tesla Germany GmbH; Prüm; Vor Ort; EUR 85.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Tesla Germany GmbH in Germany is seeking a Robotics Controls Engineer for geartrain manufacturing under Optimus. You will design and implement PLC logic, integrate robotics, vision, MES, and drive scalable production methods for gearboxes.

The role requires hands-on engineering, strong physics fundamentals, and the ability to work with cross‑functional teams from design to production. You will work with Siemens, Allen Bradley, Beckhoff platforms, develop safe control systems, create HMI screens,

Qualifikationen

• Proficient in PLC programming and safety standards (ANSI/RIA 15.06, OSHA).
• Skilled in Python, Go, SQL or similar scripting for automation tasks.
• Hands-on experience with robotics, vision, motion control and MES interfaces.
• Ability to design safe electrical panels and interpret electrical schematics.
• Degree in Mechatronics or related field; strong English communication.

Aufgaben

• Participate in initial equipment conceptual development balancing specs, cost, and lead time.
• Implement control safety systems for robots, gantries, conveyors and equipment.
• Architect, write, and debug PLC logic and related subsystems.
• Develop programs for robots, vision, test equipment and MES.
• Assist in specification creation, vendor releases and technical evaluations.
• Select and size electrical and electromechanical components.
• Create simple, effective HMI screens for complex machinery.
• Layout NFPA 79, NEC, and UL 508A compliant electrical panels and drawings.
• Oversee electrical cabinet builds, wiring, pneumatics and fluid plumbing.
• Introduce automated processes and train teams for post-deployment support.

Kenntnisse

PLC programming

Scripting languages

Servo system commissioning

Vision system programming

Electrical safety standards

English communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Ausbildung

Degree in Mechatronics or related field

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Allen Bradley Studio 5000

Beckhoff TwinCAT 3

Keyence XGX

Cognex Insight

LMI Gocator

Jobbeschreibung

Robotics Controls Engineer, Geartrain Manufacturing, Optimus

What to Expect

Optimus geartrain manufacturing team is seeking a skilled and highly motivated equipment control engineer with high precision equipment build experience within gearbox, electric motor or other industries focusing on rotating machinery design and manufacturing. We work with the cross‑functional teams (Design, Quality, Production, Sustaining, Automation, and Supply Chain) throughout the entire lifecycle of a product (from initial design through prototype development and into full production) to develop volume manufacturable designs and processes that will produce gearboxes. The role of the equipment control engineer is to support establishing to world‑class production line for gearboxes and drive scalable design and production methods used to make “the machines that make the machines”. The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, has excellent engineering and physics fundamentals with hands on experience, is excited about manufacturing equipment and process development, does not shy away from a challenge, highly organized, has great attention to detail, and is able to work in fast paced development environment with analytical and practical engineering focus.

What You’ll Do

• Participate in initial equipment conceptual development, carefully balancing product specifications, process control requirements, layout complexity, cost, quality, and lead‑time limits
• Implement control reliable safety systems (e.g., ANSI/RIA 15.06 and OSHA compliant) for safeguarding robots, gantries, conveyors, and other high‑volume manufacturing equipment
• Architect, write, and debug PLC logic, emphasizing code organization, structure, documentation, maintainability, and reusability
• Architect, write, and debug programs for subsystems such as robots, vision systems, test equipment, and manufacturing execution systems
• Participate in Tesla specification and standard creation, release to vendors, and quote technical evaluation
• Select and size electrical and electromechanical components
• Generate aesthetically simple HMI screens for complex machinery, providing sufficient feedback for troubleshooting
• Lay out new industrial electrical control panels that are NFPA 79, NEC, and UL 508A compliant, and create electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics
• Manage electrical cabinet builds, field wiring, pneumatic, and fluid plumbing
• Introduce automated processes into production, and train maintenance and production teams to support after deployment into production

What You’ll Bring

• Proficiency in standard and safety PLC programming (e.g., Siemens TIA Portal, Allen Bradley Studio 5000, Beckhoff TwinCAT 3)
• Proficiency in script‑based programming (e.g., Python, Go, SQL)
• Proficiency in servo system commissioning (e.g., Siemens SIMATIC, Rockwell Kinetix, Beckhoff Drive Manager 2)
• Proficiency in 2D/3D vision system programming (e.g., Keyence XGX, Cognex Insight, LMI Gocator)
• In‑depth knowledge of equipment safety standards (e.g., ANSI/RIA 15.06, OSHA compliant) and electrical standards (e.g., NFPA 79, NEC, UL 508A)
• Degree in Mechatronics or related field, or equivalent experience
• Ability to communicate at a professional level in English language, both verbally and written
• Ability to travel internationally on a regular basis

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