Internship, Controls & Software Automation Engineer, Cell Manufacturing (Fall 2024)

Tesla

Jun 28, 2024

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Off-cycle Internship
Software Engineering
Fremont

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, preferably Mechatronics, Computer Science, Electrical or a related field
Basic understanding designing electrical control panels, controls system wiring and instrumentation
Experience with software development: GitHub, Splunk & Jira and working with industiral machine vision cameras
Experience with tools for virtual commissioning (iPhyics, Process Simulate, WinMOD, Maplesim, EMulate3D, EKS, etc.) is preferred
Familiarity coding Microcontrollers or PLCs in major programming language such as C/C++, C#, Go, Cpp, Java, Python, Swift, Structured Text, and/or Ladder Logic
Experience in web development languages and frameworks with JavaScript, React, Node, HTML5, CSS3, and JSON best-practices
Experience with 3D CAD design software such as CATIA or SOLIDWORKS is preferred
Robust understanding of software fundamentals including software design, Git, scripting, CI/CD, algorithms, basic data structures, code modularity, and maintainability
Demonstrate a good understanding of testing concepts including white box and black box testing, regression testing, unit testing, and performance testing

Responsibilities

Advanced Automation - Electrical Engineering Controls:
This role owns review of vendor electrical controls designs and against in-house Tesla electrical and safety standards, best practices and requirements. Engineers are regularly in the field troubleshooting and problem solving and implementing continuous improvement and optimization projects. Electrical Controls Engineers collaborate closely with cross functional teams to ensure controls system meets the functional and regulatory Standard. Experience selecting appropriate circuit protectors, wire and cable, sensors, safety hardware, PLC hardware, remote I/O, variable frequency drives (VFDs), servo systems, and key electrical control components. Knowledge of Electrical Standards (NFPA 79, IEC 60204-1, UL508A). Familiarity with Allen Bradley, Beckhoff, Omron, Siemens, B&R, and/or Mitsubishi. Human Machine Interface (HMI / GUI - AB Panelview, Ignition, TIA/WinCC, B&R, etc.). Field bus Networks (EtherCAT, ProfiNet, ProfiBus, Modbus, Powerlink, RS232, etc.) and OPC UA . Experience with Vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, etc).
Advanced Automation - Software Controls:
The intern will work with a cross functional engineering team supporting critical Cell Manufacturing development projects and will be responsible for software and electrical scope. Develop code that is structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable. Interface equipment with Tesla production databases. The intern will work with our controls development team on spearheading and proving, developing, integrating and automating the overall process of Virtual Commissioning, allowing controls engineers to save time in the overall process of automation controls design, development and validation.
Virtual Commissioning Engineering:
Virtual Commissioning Engineers are responsible for developing 3D/2D simulation models of automated manufacturing processes and equipment. These models are used to validate PLC (porgrammable logic controller), HMI (human machine interface) programs, robot programs and Tesla Manufacturing Execution System (MES) that collect data into production databases.
Industrial Machine Vision Software Development:
In this role, you will assist in maintaining and developming new features for our production critical industrial vision processing software. This production critical software designed to capture, analyze, and store images of battery cells within miliseconds operates 24/7 and controls hundreds of industrial cameras over the entirety of the cell manufacturing production line.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Internship for Controls & Software Automation Engineer at Tesla?

The primary focus of the internship is to provide students with the opportunity to work on critical projects related to controls and software automation in Cell Manufacturing, allowing them to grow technically, professionally, and personally through hands-on experience and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

What responsibilities will an intern have in the Advanced Automation - Electrical Engineering Controls team?

Interns in this team will review vendor electrical controls designs for compliance with Tesla's standards, troubleshoot and solve problems in the field, and implement continuous improvement projects while collaborating closely with various teams.

What software and programming skills are preferred for the Advanced Automation - Software Controls role?

The preferred skills include experience with major programming languages such as C/C++, C#, and Python, familiarity with GitHub and Jira, as well as experience in web development languages and frameworks like JavaScript, React, Node, HTML5, and CSS3.

Can an intern expect to work with simulation models in this internship?

Yes, interns in the Virtual Commissioning Engineering team will develop 3D/2D simulation models of automated manufacturing processes and equipment to validate PLC and HMI programs.

What kind of experience is preferred for the Industrial Machine Vision Software Development role?

Preferred experience includes maintaining and developing features for industrial vision processing software, which captures and analyzes images of battery cells, and familiarity with industrial machine vision cameras.

What educational background is required for this internship?

Candidates are expected to be pursuing a degree in Engineering, preferably in Mechatronics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Are there any specific tools or software knowledge that would be beneficial for this internship?

Yes, familiarity with tools for virtual commissioning such as iPhysics, WinMOD, and Maplesim, as well as experience with 3D CAD design software like CATIA or SOLIDWORKS, are preferred.

What benefits will interns receive during their internship at Tesla?

Interns will be eligible for various benefits including medical plans with $0 payroll deduction, dental and vision plans, HSA contributions, 401(k), employee discounts, and paid sick time, among others.

How does Tesla support the professional development of its interns?

Tesla is dedicated to the growth of interns by involving them in projects critical to team success, providing mentorship and support, and allowing them to collaborate closely with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams.

Is remote work an option for this internship?

The job description does not specify remote work options; interested candidates would need to inquire further during the application process or interview for clarification on work arrangements.

What kind of testing concepts should interns be familiar with?

Interns should have a good understanding of testing concepts, including white box and black box testing, regression testing, unit testing, and performance testing, to ensure software quality and reliability.

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