IC&E Technician

What to Expect

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 expedite 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
• Support controls group in troubleshooting, upgrading and new installation of systems by consulting manuals, reading, and interpreting circuit diagrams, blueprints, and schematics

• 5+ years of experience as a journeyman Controls Technician specializing in low voltage and controls
• Technical Degree or Trade School in Instrumentation preferred
• Experience on Life Safety Systems (HAZMAT)
• Strong understanding in comprehending wiring diagrams, loop drawings, and P&
• Strong knowledge in motor controls, drives, and electronic components
• Working knowledge of low voltage electrical systems from 24
  
  VDC to 480
  
  VAC
• Working knowledge of networking and telecommunication wiring

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)
• 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