Siemens Controls Engineer

Gabletek Robotics and Controls Solutions; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gabletek Robotics and Controls Solutions is seeking a Controls Engineer to join their fast-paced team at Tesla’s Fremont, California facility. In this role, you will oversee the implementation of automation solutions, including programming and debugging Siemens PLCs, designing HMI interfaces, and collaborating with mechanical engineers. A degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience is required.

The position requires strong PLC programming skills and is responsible for overseeing electrical designs, ensuring machines meet performance specifications, and working closely with suppliers.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of hands-on experience with Siemens PLCs and control systems.
• Strong PLC programming skills (Siemens required).
• Familiarity with HMI/SCADA platforms like WinCC and Ignition.
• Comfortable with automation hardware like sensors and drives.
• Solid understanding of industrial networking protocols.

Responsibilities

• Programming and debugging structured text and ladder logic.
• Building complex machine sequences for automation tasks.
• Designing touchscreen HMIs and SCADA dashboards.
• Overseeing electrical cabinets, field wiring, and pneumatics.
• Running test cycles to ensure machines meet performance requirements.

Skills

Siemens PLC programming

HMI/SCADA platforms

Electrical design/layout

Python

SQL

Industrial networking protocols

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation or related field

Job description

We’re looking for a Controls Engineer to join a fast-paced team working onsite at Tesla’s Fremont, California facility. In this role, you will be responsible for owning and implementing the solution from project concept to installation; this includes machine concepting, proof-of-principle, electrical design/layout, software design/programming, debug of hardware/software, acceptance testing, and installation/integration at the factory. If traveling more than 50 miles from the location, per diem will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Programming and debugging structured text and ladder logic (mainly on Siemens TIA Portal)
• Writing clean, organized, and reusable code
• Building complex machine sequences for automation tasks like material handling, fastening, welding, testing, etc.
• Using Python and SQL to connect equipment with Tesla’s Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and collect production data
• Designing touchscreen HMIs with MappView/TwinCAT and SCADA dashboards in Ignition
• Setting up and tuning servo drives and VFDs (experience with Schneider, B&R, Beckhoff, Siemens, SEW a plus)
• Developing safety systems to protect people and equipment (robots, gantries, conveyors, etc.)
• Overseeing electrical cabinets, field wiring, pneumatics, and fluid plumbing
• Collaborating on early machine concepts with mechanical engineers and balancing product specs, costs, and timelines
• Working closely with suppliers throughout design, build, and installation phases
• Reviewing electrical schematics and defining hardware architecture
• Creating design documentation and flowcharts; leading software reviews
• Verifying wiring and communications (safety, I/O, networks)
• Running test cycles to ensure machines and software meet performance requirements
• Supporting equipment installation and alignment on the factory floor

Requirements

• 1+ years of hands-on experience with Siemens PLCs and control systems
• Strong PLC programming skills (Siemens required)
• Familiarity with HMI/SCADA platforms like WinCC (primary) and Ignition (secondary)
• Comfortable working with sensors, I/O, servos, drives, vision systems, barcode scanners, and other automation hardware
• Solid understanding of industrial networking protocols (e.g., Profinet, TCP/IP, EtherCAT, etc.)
• Experience with industrial robots like FANUC and KUKA
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field—or equivalent real-world experience