Sr. Automation Engineer, Service Distribution

Tesla • Newburgh, NY

46d

About The Position

Join Tesla’s mission to advance sustainable energy by optimizing global logistics and supply chain networks. As a Senior Automation Engineer, you will lead the design and implementation of advanced automation systems for Tesla’s service distribution centers. You will drive high-impact projects involving robotics and material handling systems to enhance operational efficiency. Expect to collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage projects from concept to launch in a fast-paced environment. Your work will directly support Tesla’s goal of delivering innovative electric vehicles and energy products worldwide. Design automation systems for greenfield, brownfield, and retrofit projects to improve operational efficiency
Manage large-scale automation projects to meet performance and cost objectives
Act as technical liaison with internal teams, vendors, and suppliers to align on project requirements
Develop and execute acceptance test plans to validate automation systems
Oversee installation and commissioning of automation projects with Facilities and operations teams
Integrate Warehouse Execution Systems with Warehouse Management Systems using APIs
Apply safety-by-design principles to automation solutions
Optimize system architecture and processes using statistical analysis and Lean Principles
Utilize CAD software and simulation tools like FlexSim for system design
Travel globally up to 30% to support project deployments and vendor collaborations

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or related technical field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in automation, industrial, manufacturing, or process engineering
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Project, CAD software, and simulation tools like FlexSim
• Expertise in leading automation and robotics projects from concept to completion
• Experience with advanced material handling systems, robotics, or high-speed manufacturing
• Knowledge of system architecture, optimization, and statistical analysis
• Familiarity with integrating Warehouse Execution Systems and Warehouse Management Systems
• Ability to apply Lean Principles to process design
• Strong project management skills for handling multiple concurrent projects
• Willingness to travel globally up to 30%

Responsibilities

• Design automation systems for greenfield, brownfield, and retrofit projects to improve operational efficiency
• Manage large-scale automation projects to meet performance and cost objectives
• Act as technical liaison with internal teams, vendors, and suppliers to align on project requirements
• Develop and execute acceptance test plans to validate automation systems
• Oversee installation and commissioning of automation projects with Facilities and operations teams
• Integrate Warehouse Execution Systems with Warehouse Management Systems using APIs
• Apply safety-by-design principles to automation solutions
• Optimize system architecture and processes using statistical analysis and Lean Principles
• Utilize CAD software and simulation tools like FlexSim for system design
• Travel globally up to 30% to support project deployments and vendor collaborations

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees