New

Staff Process Controls Engineer

Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Austin
May 11, 2026
What to Expect Imagine a world where infinite clean energy isn't a promise, it's a reality. Enabling abundant, clean energy production requires a complex supply of refined materials that are to become the backbone of Tesla's solar manufacturing ecosystem. Tesla's Refining Technology Team is responsible for the implementation of production processes at never-before-seen scale. If you're a highly motivated and purpose-driven Process Controls Lead Engineerready to solve problems that have never been solved before, this is your moment. Join us in turning the sun's power into the world's most abundant, accessible energy source. What You'll Do Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of fully automated process controls solutions for assigned process areas to ensure safe and reliable operations Own the comprehensive automation documentation package for the assigned area, managing the development and continuous update of critical deliverables (Control Narratives, IO lists, interlocks, HMI designs, etc.) Collaborate closely with process technology engineers to translate P&IDs and process designs into robust and safe control strategies Ensure the seamless integration of vendor PLCs into the DCS Facilitate the vertical integration of the plant control system (DCS) with the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and Plant Information Management System (PIMS) to enable real-time data acquisition, reporting, and enterprise-level production optimization Actively participate in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and HAZOP studies, taking ownership of the control system's role in risk mitigation by designing, configuring, and testing the required alarms and basic process control interlocks Lead the Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for area-specific control hardware and software What You'll Bring Degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Control Systems Engineering or equivalent experience 5-10 years of relevant industry experience configuring and commissioning DCS/PLC systems as an individual contributor in a continuous chemical processing environment Strong fundamental understanding of process dynamics and complex regulatory control strategies (sequencing, cascade, feedforward, ratio control) Experience with chemical reactor control, multi-stage distillation, or high-temperature/pressure unit operations Hands-on experience with DCS programming (Emerson DeltaV preferred) and HMI development Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment and clearly communicate complex logic to non-controls disciplines Comfortable traveling up to 50% of the time Compensation and Benefits 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