IC&E Technician

Tesla•Austin, TX

About The Position

Tesla is seeking a skilled Controls Technician with a focus on controls and low voltage systems for our EPC project team. This role is to expedited construction and utility systems that support manufacturing tools. Work closely with system experts to install building automation system instrumentation and controls in a state-of-the-art 24-hr manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate has technical knowledge in Electrical, mechanical, chemical and gas systems with strong instrumentation and controls experience. Install, and maintain panel integration, including PLCs, VFDs, RIOs Install control and measurement instruments on existing or new plant equipment and troubleshoot process control systems (control valves, flow meters, temperature sensors, pressure sensors, actuators, leak switches) Work with low voltage systems such as building automation, security, and data communication networks Interpret and use electrical schematics, control diagrams and P&IDs for installation and troubleshooting HVAC equipment, Process skids, and MFG equipment Perform Preliminary Commissioning activities including but not limited to loop checks, device configurations, OATs, Motor IDs, and network configuration Supporting controls group in troubleshooting, upgrading and new installation of systems by consulting manuals, reading, and interpreting circuit diagrams, blueprints, and schematics

Requirements

5+ years of experience as a journeyman Controls Technician specializing in low voltage and controls
Strong understanding in comprehending wiring diagrams, loop drawings, and P&ID drawings
Strong knowledge in motor controls, drives, and electronic components
Working knowledge of low voltage electrical systems from 24VDC to 480VAC
Working knowledge of networking and telecommunication wiring

Nice To Haves

Technical Degree or Trade School in Instrumentation preferred
Experience on Life Safety Systems (HAZMAT)

Responsibilities

Install, and maintain panel integration, including PLCs, VFDs, RIOs
Install control and measurement instruments on existing or new plant equipment and troubleshoot process control systems (control valves, flow meters, temperature sensors, pressure sensors, actuators, leak switches)
Work with low voltage systems such as building automation, security, and data communication networks
Interpret and use electrical schematics, control diagrams and P&IDs for installation and troubleshooting HVAC equipment, Process skids, and MFG equipment
Perform Preliminary Commissioning activities including but not limited to loop checks, device configurations, OATs, Motor IDs, and network configuration
Supporting controls group in troubleshooting, upgrading and new installation of systems by consulting manuals, reading, and interpreting circuit diagrams, blueprints, and schematics

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
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 (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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