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Control Systems Engineer, PLC Development

Job Category Construction & Facilities
Location Fremont, California
Req. ID 205681
Job Type Full-time

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What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Controls Engineer to join our Plant Operations team supporting the Fremont Factory and multiple Tesla facilities in the Bay Area. The Fremont Plant Operations team creates and sustains the factory of the future by designing and building innovative enterprise-scale process & utility systems in support of cutting-edge manufacturing processes.

This role will work closely with other Engineering disciplines, design, construction, and their internal customers to provide controls engineering services in support of a diverse array of processes including manufacturing, HVAC, compressed air, process cooling water, water treatment, utilities (electrical, water, gas), and other unique projects supporting the company’s mission. The role will be hands-on and take responsible charge of fast-moving projects throughout the project lifecycle, including project conceptualization, design, engineering support during construction, commissioning, and control systems programming (PLC/SCADA).

The ideal candidate will have strong fundamental knowledge built from the ground-up. They will be capable of personally designing, procuring, constructing, programming and sustaining a wide variety of process automation systems. They will take pride in their work and ever-growing mastery of the field. Their decisions will be based on superior logical reasoning, breaking down difficult problems with excellent analytical skills, organizational ability, and attention to detail. Their ideal environment is one built on trust, where individuals are given a high-level of responsibility and innovative, high-quality work is encouraged and rewarded. They will look forward to learning an incredible amount on the job. They are an excellent cross-team communicator, with a knack for understanding, process, mechanical, and electrical systems as well as complex controls.

What You’ll Do

  • Develop PLC code and perform PLC configuration and validation
  • Program SCADA system integration including but not limited to data acquisition, alarming, HMI interfaces, API calls & SQL databases
  • Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance design specifications, process control requirements, cost, quality and schedule.
  • Provide expert on-call support for system outages and failover incidents
  • Take responsible charge in developing formal construction documents, including:
    • Specifications (Instrumentation, Conductors, Sequence of Operations, I/O Lists, etc.)
    • Drawings (Plan View, Details, P&IDs, Network Diagrams, Schedules, etc.)
    • Code compliance and City permitting
  • Specify and procure major elements needed for construction, such as instrumentation and Control Panels.
    • Select and size electrical and electromechanical components such as valves, solenoids, circuit breakers, starters, and VFDs.
  • Develop technical memoranda, engineer’s opinion of probable costs, presentations, and other project documentation as required.
  • Provide engineering support during construction, including development of RFPs, review of proposals, submittals, RFIs, construction inspections and project close-out.
  • Provide commissioning and integration services on control systems, including instrumentation, PLC and SCADA programming.
  • Participate in the continuous improvement of Tesla’s global design & programming standards

What You’ll Bring

  • BS/MS in an Engineering field (Majors in: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Control Systems, Computer Science and Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Automation Engineering, etc.) or equivalent work experience
  • 2+ years of experience as a hands-on Controls Engineer conceptualizing, designing, commissioning, and programming process automation systems
  • Electrical or Control Systems Professional Engineering License (PE) preferred
  • Advanced proficiency in programming industrial process and manufacturing equipment:
  • PLCs (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Beckhoff)
  • SCADA/HMI Platforms (Ignition, Siemens Comfort Panel, AB Panelview)
  • Ability to program state machines, data acquisition, and PID control. Proven ability to design fault-tolerant systems with error handling and recovery.
  • Proficiency programming and tuning variable frequency drives
  • Configuration of controls networks including:
  • Ethernet communication (OPC-UA, Profinet, Modbus TCP/IP, DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP, Safety rated field bus networks)
  • Serial communication (Profibus, Modbus RTU, RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, BACnet)
  • 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 desired
  • Experience developing controls design documents covering a variety of processes including manufacturing, HVAC, compressed air, process cooling water, fluid dispense, life safety, water treatment, utilities (electrical, water, gas)
  • Proficiency creating detailed control, process, electrical, pneumatic and fluid schematics in 3D CAD packages such as Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, & Visio.
  • Proficiency designing relay logic ladder diagrams.
  • Experience designing for hazardous areas and SIL-rated systems.
  • Proficiency designing control panels, including selection of appropriate motor control, overcurrent protective devices, wire and cable, instrumentation, enclosures, and PLC hardware.
  • Exposure to a wide variety of processes and application of instrumentation (level, flow, temperature, pressure, current, power meters, etc.).
  • Expert understanding and working knowledge of relevant codes and industry standards, with especially deep knowledge of NFPA 70 (NEC). Familiar with many industry standards including but not limited to UL 508A, ISA S5.1, ISA 101, ANSI/RIA 15.06, NFPA 70E, OSHA, CA Title 24.
  • Excellent verbal and written skills along with the ability to effectively communicate at the executive level.
  • Capability to work efficiently with engineers and technicians from other disciplines, as well as vendors and contractors.

Additional Skills:

  • Proficiency in relational database systems (MSSQL, MySQL)
  • Proficiency in programming languages (Python, Java, VB)
  • Experience programming Cartesian, SCARA and Articulated robots (Fanuc, Kuka, Motoman, Epson) is a plus
  • Experience with Vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, Fanuc) is a plus

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

  • Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • LGBTQ+ care concierge services
  • 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
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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

Expected Compensation

$88,000 – $276,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

 

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

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Safety Engineer

Applied Materials
Santa Clara, California, United States (On-Site)
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Description

General Profile & Requirements:

  • Safety Engineering role supporting Applied Materials’ RD&E and facilities infrastructure projects based in Santa Clara, CA.
  • Position will report to the Manager of EHS responsible for managing EHS in in Santa Clara. Position will work closely with site management in RD&E and Facilities and other EHS staff to drive Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) programs, ensure regulatory compliance and promote continuous improvement.
  • Ensure EHS programs and management systems in place in alignment with Corporate EHS requirements to minimize the risks to employees, the environment and the community. Some of the Key EHS programs for the site include:

Chemical Authorization Program Job Hazard Analysis/Risk Assessment Program Management of Change (MoC) and Process Emission and Abatement Assessment Program EHS Facilities Project Review and Sign-off Program Lock Out/ Tagout (LOTO) Respiratory Protection Program Radiation Safety Program Fire Prevention and Protection Program

  • Ensures compliance with required EHS codes, standards and regulations. Act as a liaison with local, regional or national regulatory authorities.
  • Capability to conduct sampling (water, soil, chemical as needed) and analyze the results to provide guidance to management to ensure safety and EHS compliance.
  • EHS Training capabilities & experience conducting training for employees and management.
  • Ensures proper investigations of EHS incidents conducted and drive corrective actions to closure
  • Review and report EHS progress and performance for assigned site/function based on established EHS metrics to site management.
  • Develop EHS strategies to develop action plans for continually improving performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Ensures that specific projects assigned are completed as planned to meet EHS goals. Provides management with updates and escalation on projects/programs. Maintain communication channel with site/location functions.
  • Track and trend EHS related legislation and take appropriate action to comply with requirements. Communicates EHS issues to all necessary management and employees.
  • Remains knowledgeable of progress made in EHS best practices and incorporate these within Applied.
  • Interfaces with internal stakeholders regarding EHS issues with ability to work with cross functional teams to accomplish goals and objectives
  • Provide technical guidance on EHS issues to the site engineering, manufacturing and support organizations and contribute to the development of site-wide EHS standards and procedures.
  • Manage consultants/contractors used to support the EHS programs including development of scopes of work, project management and budget management. Ensures that all work is assigned appropriately and that results are obtained and evaluated.
  • Readiness for occasional travelling from time to time.

Education and Experience

  • University degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Health and Safety or equivalent
  • Cerifitied Safety Professional (CSP) preferred
  • At least 3 years professional experience in a comparable role
  • Experience with general EHS auditing to identify opportunities for improvement and provide suitable recommendations for corrective actions
  • Experience with EHS management systems (ISO 14001, OHSAS18001/ISO 45001)
  • Work experience in Industrial Hygiene highly desired
  • Semiconductor chemistry and safety highly desired
  • Computer use and applications skills required, including MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat.

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Qualifications

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree

Skills

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:
4 – 7 Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Travel:
Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:
Yes

U.S. Salary Range:
$104,000.00 – $143,000.00

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on a number of factors including location and level and will vary depending on confirmed job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Information

  • Job ID: 69354958
  • Workplace Type: On-Site
  • Location:
    Santa Clara, California, United States
  • Position Title: Safety Engineer
  • Company Name For Job: Applied Materials
  • Job Function: Other

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Senior Mechanical Engineer – Power Systems

Electric Hydrogen
San Jose, California, United States (On-Site)
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Description

Electric Hydrogen‘s mission is to make molecules to decarbonize our world! Our outstanding people are our most important asset and will allow us to deliver hydrogen from renewable electrolysis for heavy industry, at prices below fossil fuels.

We are looking for a strong Senior Mechanical Engineer – Power Systems to work on new power electronics product development. You will design new solutions to support the generation of green hydrogen and execute from prototype to production.

You will be based in San Jose, CA, and will report to our Mechanical Engineering Manager, Power Electronics.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Work on design and analysis of mechanical aspects of a high power electronic product for hydrogen electrolysis. This includes:

  • Lead the mechanical site layout of power systems ranging from prototype- scale to full-scale plants
  • Lead detailed mechanical design of power bussing and bus interfaces for DC output
  • Direct Electric Hydrogen’s power systems equipment suppliers and manage supplier relationships’ technical and commercial aspects, with support from supply chain team.
  • Lead the power system’s high-level design and architecture together with power systems electrical engineers.
  • Collaborate with systems optimization and modeling team to study power system and plant cost tradeoffs and architecture decisions.
  • Build electromechanical interface drawings, system diagrams, design reviews, and other internal and external documentation related to this scope of work
  • Be a systems thinker and work across departments, teams, domestic/international offices, and levels of seniority to define interfaces, requirements, and specifications.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

  • Knowledge of sheet metal, extrusion and welding
  • Mechanical design, Tolerance analysis, structures
  • Familiar with Structural design and FEA software to solve stress and deflection condition
  • Familiar with NEC, NFPA and ASHRAE
  • Proficient in 3D modeling and CAD drawings -Familiar with outdoor rated electronics packaging, corrosion
  • Supplier management
  • Spec’ing equipment
  • Familiarity with dry-type and liquid-filled transformers, medium voltage breakers, fuses, and switches
  • Kiloamp-level AC and DC bussing systems; bus bars and underground conduit conductors cost modeling
  • Masters in Mechanical Engineering plus 5yrs relevant, or BS plus 8yrs relevant experience
    ADDITIONAL PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience in low and medium volume production
  • Identifies issues and creates solutions
  • Working knowledge of scripting (MATLAB, Python) or other data analysis tools
  • Basic knowledge of electric fundamentals
  • Startup experience preferred

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Actual base salary offered to the hired applicant will be determined based on their work location, level, qualifications, job-related skills, as well as relevant education or training and experience.

Base salary is just one part of Electric Hydrogen’s total rewards package. We feel strongly that our team should not have to worry about having quality healthcare. In addition to the base salary offered, the hired applicant may receive:

  • an equity grant
  • time off programs
  • a $75/month cell phone allowance
  • a 4% employer 401(k) match
  • 100% fully paid premiums for employees and their families: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term & long-term disability coverage
  • a discretionary bonus

Electric Hydrogen’s benefits programs are subject to eligibility requirements.

COVID-19 vaccination required for all employees and contingent workers, unless a reasonable accommodation is approved. All prospective hires will be expected to provide proof of vaccination to attend an onsite interview or at their first day of employment.

About Electric Hydrogen

Electric Hydrogen is a team of the world’s experts in scaling technologies for the post-carbon world, with a proven record in transforming the grid and transportation sectors. Backed by some of the world’s top venture capital firms, we design and manufacture electrolytic hydrogen systems matched to renewable power sources to create green hydrogen by splitting water. We are building a cost-effective and transformative path between renewable energy and multiple large industrial sectors. Abundant and low-cost renewable energy sources will power the world, and Electric Hydrogen technology will use this energy to decarbonize industry through sustainable materials. We were founded in 2020 and are based in California and Massachusetts.

Electric Hydrogen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for all to belong. We are aware that people from historically underrepresented groups are less likely to apply if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. We are actively working on efforts to change this social norm. If you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply!

Job Information

  • Job ID: 69243505
  • Workplace Type: On-Site
  • Location:
    San Jose, California, United States
  • Company Name For Job: Electric Hydrogen
  • Position Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer – Power Systems
  • Job Function: Engineering

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Safety Engineer

Applied Materials
Santa Clara, California, United States (On-Site)
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Description

General Profile & Requirements:

  • Safety Engineering role supporting Applied Materials’ RD&E and facilities infrastructure projects based in Santa Clara, CA.
  • Position will report to the Manager of EHS responsible for managing EHS in in Santa Clara. Position will work closely with site management in RD&E and Facilities and other EHS staff to drive Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) programs, ensure regulatory compliance and promote continuous improvement.
  • Ensure EHS programs and management systems in place in alignment with Corporate EHS requirements to minimize the risks to employees, the environment and the community. Some of the Key EHS programs for the site include:

Chemical Authorization Program Job Hazard Analysis/Risk Assessment Program Management of Change (MoC) and Process Emission and Abatement Assessment Program EHS Facilities Project Review and Sign-off Program Lock Out/ Tagout (LOTO) Respiratory Protection Program Radiation Safety Program Fire Prevention and Protection Program

  • Ensures compliance with required EHS codes, standards and regulations. Act as a liaison with local, regional or national regulatory authorities.
  • Capability to conduct sampling (water, soil, chemical as needed) and analyze the results to provide guidance to management to ensure safety and EHS compliance.
  • EHS Training capabilities & experience conducting training for employees and management.
  • Ensures proper investigations of EHS incidents conducted and drive corrective actions to closure
  • Review and report EHS progress and performance for assigned site/function based on established EHS metrics to site management.
  • Develop EHS strategies to develop action plans for continually improving performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Ensures that specific projects assigned are completed as planned to meet EHS goals. Provides management with updates and escalation on projects/programs. Maintain communication channel with site/location functions.
  • Track and trend EHS related legislation and take appropriate action to comply with requirements. Communicates EHS issues to all necessary management and employees.
  • Remains knowledgeable of progress made in EHS best practices and incorporate these within Applied.
  • Interfaces with internal stakeholders regarding EHS issues with ability to work with cross functional teams to accomplish goals and objectives
  • Provide technical guidance on EHS issues to the site engineering, manufacturing and support organizations and contribute to the development of site-wide EHS standards and procedures.
  • Manage consultants/contractors used to support the EHS programs including development of scopes of work, project management and budget management. Ensures that all work is assigned appropriately and that results are obtained and evaluated.
  • Readiness for occasional travelling from time to time.

Education and Experience

  • University degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Health and Safety or equivalent
  • Cerifitied Safety Professional (CSP) preferred
  • At least 3 years professional experience in a comparable role
  • Experience with general EHS auditing to identify opportunities for improvement and provide suitable recommendations for corrective actions
  • Experience with EHS management systems (ISO 14001, OHSAS18001/ISO 45001)
  • Work experience in Industrial Hygiene highly desired
  • Semiconductor chemistry and safety highly desired
  • Computer use and applications skills required, including MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat.

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Qualifications

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree

Skills

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:
4 – 7 Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Travel:
Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:
Yes

U.S. Salary Range:
$104,000.00 – $143,000.00

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on a number of factors including location and level and will vary depending on confirmed job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Information

  • Job ID: 69354958
  • Workplace Type: On-Site
  • Location:
    Santa Clara, California, United States
  • Position Title: Safety Engineer
  • Company Name For Job: Applied Materials
  • Job Function: Other