Tesla
Associate Controls Engineer
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Location:
Austin, TX, USA
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
22 August 2026
What they need
What To Expect Designing and building infrastructure, at record speed, is key to enabling us to scale worldwide. Tesla is looking for a qualified Controls Engineer to join our factory infrastructure engineering team in Austin, TX. You will play a pivotal role in the design of complex manufacturing facilities. The 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 sizing and selection of Instruments and Control devices required to operate and optimize complex mechanical and process system, including HVAC, Chilled Water, Compressed Air, etc.
Initiate instrument datasheets, RFQ packages and perform technical bid evaluations to procure Controls devices
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
Support the Construction team and Contractors to optimally execute scopes of work
Generate construction drawings including 2D and 3D content to accurately define the installation scope of work 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 review mechanical, process and plumbing drawings to properly size and select flow, pressure and temperature sensors
Familiarity with Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD
Configuration of controls networks including, Ethernet/IP, Profinet and Serial Communication
Knowledge of industrial process and manufacturing equipment, including safety system. Should be proficient in Siemens, Allen Bradly, or Beckhoff Benefits Compensation and 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 , Tesla
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