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Vision Systems Engineer

Brandenburg, Germany (On-site)

Vision Systems Engineer

1 Hour ago • 5 Years + • Manufacturing • Undisclosed

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Job Description

Tesla seeks a Vision Systems Engineer for its Gigafactory in Berlin-Brandenburg. Responsibilities include selecting, installing, and programming vision camera systems (Cognex, Fanuc), programming industrial robots (KUKA, FANUC), optimizing automated lines, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis. The role requires proficiency in image processing, robotics, PLC programming (Siemens is a plus), Python/SQL scripting, and experience with automotive manufacturing. The engineer will collaborate with support functions to ensure timely, cost-effective, and high-quality implementation of new equipment. The position involves hands-on support for maintenance and continuous process improvement.

Must have:

5+ years experience in Controls Engineering
Proficient in robotics (KUKA, FANUC)
Image processing expertise (Cognex, etc.)
Python/SQL programming skills
Troubleshooting and RCA
Automotive manufacturing experience

Good to have:

Siemens PLC programming
3D camera experience
SPC knowledge
OCAP development

What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a Controls Engineer for General assembly team to be part of a world-class team of engineers responsible for designing, building and sustaining Robotic and vision equipment at the Tesla factories. As a Controls Engineer, you are responsible for implementing equipment controls solutions projects. This includes implementation of automated equipment such as, robotics, test equipment, vision inspection, etc. Controls Engineers own the design, programming, commissioning and review process of the project as well as additional functions such as auditing, installation and safety assessment.
Collaborate with support functions try to the best to solve all those problems beforehand, so that the implementation of the new equipment in time, on cost, in quality.

What You’ll Do

Select, install and program and optimize code for vision camera systems fully automated according to the project needs (Cognex, Fanuc cameras as examples) such as inspection, quality control or precise component installation in vehicle with moving conveyor.
Program and teach industrial 6-axis robots (Kuka and Fanuc) Sequence complex, multi-station machinery for material pick-and-place, dispense, fastening, welding and conveyance applications
Responsible for continuous process optimization of automated lines Become owner / subject matter expert to drive equipment-related process improvement including detailed troubleshooting and root cause analysis
Plan design and implement automated robotics systems for manufacturing / quality control
Program and calibrate robots and vision system for specific application connecting data with several TESLA subsequent system for live making decisions as well as archive.
Optimize systems by adjusting parameters and implementing new control strategy, best case develop own algorithm for image processing
Interface process and test equipment with Tesla MES and production quality databases using Python scripting and SQL Develop and improve equipment validation procedures including calibration and qualification
Provide hands-on support to maintenance team to troubleshoot and resolve extended downtime situations
Familiarity with SPC and development of equipment-related OCAP

What You’ll Bring

BS in Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical Engineering or the equivalent in experience and evidence of exceptional ability
At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in Controls engineering
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Good overall computer skills with demonstrated ability in a programming language such as Python, C++ or similar (for image processing and automation)
Proficient in robotics handling and programming (e.g. KUKA, FANUC)
Proficient with image processing technologies / 3D cameras such as ISRA, Keyence, COGNEX, ect.
SIEMENS PLC programming knowledge is a plus
Able to work under intense time pressure in the presence others
Experience in automotive or high volume manufacturing is highly desired
Willing to work days, afternoons, nights and weekends as determined by project needs
Be committed to Tesla’s mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy German language skills required

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