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Associate Controls Engineer

Tesla Motors, Inc.
401(k)
United States, Texas, Austin
Aug 05, 2026
What to Expect Tesla is looking for a qualified Associate Controls Engineer to join our factory paint plastics engineering team in Austin, TX. You will play a pivotal role in the design of complex manufacturing facilities. This role requires a highly organized mindset, a passion for driving multi-disciplinary projects, and an unparalleled ability to consistently perform at a high level. What You'll Do Application based selection of Instruments and Control devices required to operate and optimize complex mechanical andpaint process systems. These systems include ovens, air supply units,paint automation cells,conveyors, andnetwork systems Coverproduction downtime activities and permanent solutions through controls projects 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 SCADA system development to optimize production and maintenanceefficiency PLC programmingcapable of permanent engineering improvements What You'll Bring Degree in an Engineering field, or equivalent experience 1-3 years of experience as a hands-on Controls Engineer or Instrumentation Engineer, Applications Engineer working on automation and/or electromechanical systems Ability to revieweplans, process andmechanicaldrawings to properlysimulate and install equipment needed at coatings shops Familiarity withPaint controls systems Configuration of controls networks including, Ethernet/IP,Profinetand Serial Communication Knowledge of industrial process and manufacturing equipment, including safetysystem. Should be proficient in Siemens, Allen Bradly, or Beckhoff Ability to work underpressure whilemaintainingcontrols standards Compensation and Benefits Benefits As a part-time Tesla employee, you will be eligible for: 401(k) with employer match Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time Tesla Babies program Back-up childcare and parenting support resources Pet Insurance