Control & Instrument Engineer jobs in Sparks, NV

Control & Instrument Engineer designs, installs, optimizes, and adapts electronic control systems and instruments to automate and monitor industrial processes. Develops technical designs, process diagrams, SCADA block diagrams, and control schematics to implement automation controls. Being a Control & Instrument Engineer configures systems using PLC and HMI techniques. Models, tests, and measures output and data to analyze performance or quality issues and develop solutions. Additionally, Control & Instrument Engineer requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. Typically reports to a manager. The Control & Instrument Engineer work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Control & Instrument Engineer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, Production Control
  • Tesla Motors, Inc.
  • Sparks, NV FULL_TIME
  • Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, Production Control
    Job CategoryManufacturing
    LocationSparks, Nevada
    Req. ID173422
    Job TypeFull-time

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    What to Expect

    A manufacturing equipment engineer in the production control team will be a part of operating, sustaining, and improving some of the most automated manufacturing equipment in the world. The best candidate for the position has a high aptitude to learn new skillsets in the position. The expectation is that an engineers will start with strengths in a given field (AUTOCAD, robotics, PLC Programming, vision, Python, HMI scripting, etc) and then learn all other areas from those who work with them. This role requires capability across the board to sustain all parts of the automated equipment. The expectation is not that you arrive on day 1 with this capability, but that you have the aptitude and desire to learn all aspects of automation.

    What You'll Do
    • Sustain 24 by 7 production operations through responding to and resolving breakdowns quickly and efficiently to minimize downtime
    • Work collaboratively with design, product excellence, production operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Maintenance and other cross functional teams as the expert to ensure production lines run in a safe, efficient manner producing high quality parts.
    • Program ladder logic and structured text on multiple PLC controller platforms (Allen-Bradley, Siemens and Beckhoff)
    • Program and teach industrial 6-axis robots (Fanuc)Sequence complex, multi-station machinery for material pick-and-place, dispense, fastening, welding and conveyance applications
    • Manage engineering projects with Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and successfully integrate fleet equipment throughout areas in the factory
    • Lead equipment upgrades with a focus on serviceability, reliability and process capability.
    • Drive project improvements on Vertical Reciprocating Conveyors (VRCs) and other material flow fixed conveyance and ASRS systems.
    • 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.
    • Build training material, maintenance routines, service bulletins, and related documentation related to cradle to grave equipment life cycle management
    • 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
    • Identify equipment critical spare parts and ensure sufficient coverage to prevent extended downtime situations
    • Provide hands-on support to maintenance team to troubleshoot and resolve extended downtime situations.
    • Familiarity with SPC and development of equipment-related OCAPs
    What You'll Bring
    • BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Computer Engineering or the equivalent in experience and evidence of exceptional ability
    • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
    • Good overall computer skills with demonstrated ability in a programming language
    • Structured problems solving methodologies (DMAIC, 8D, etc)
    • Able to work under intense time pressure in the presence others
    • Experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting, and configuration
    • Experience with robot programming, backup and restoration
    • 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
    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:

    • 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)
    • LGBTQ care concierge services
    • 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

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    Pest Control Technician
    • proof. Pest Control
    • Reno, NV FULL_TIME
    • proof. Pest Control is looking for a dependable, driven Pest Control Technician. We are a growing, fast-paced company with a lot of opportunities for growth. At the forefront of proof. are our core va...
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    Senior Protection & Control Engineer (Reno, NV)
    • Qualus
    • Reno, NV FULL_TIME
    • Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our Substation Protection and Control department as a Senior Protection & Control Engineer. Our team is growing, and we are seeking seasoned Protecti...
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    Senior Protection & Control Engineer (Reno, NV)
    • Qualus Services
    • Reno, NV FULL_TIME
    • Senior Protection & Control Engineer (Reno, NV) Job Locations US-NV-Reno ID 2024-2031 Category Engineering & Advisory Position Type Regular Full-Time Remote: No Position Overview Power your future wit...
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    Truckee, CA - Field Inspector - Insurance Loss Control
    • H & S Loss Control Inspections
    • Truckee, CA OTHER
    • Qualified Field Inspectors for Insurance Loss Control are needed in your area! Immediate placement available. Pay: We pay a competitive standard flat fee per case -based on customer as well as, inspec...
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    Reno, NV - Field Inspector - Insurance Loss Control
    • H & S Loss Control Inspections
    • Reno, NV OTHER
    • Qualified Field Inspectors for Insurance Loss Control are needed in your area! Immediate placement available. Pay: We pay a competitive standard flat fee per case -based on customer as well as, inspec...
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    Technical Staff, Flow Modeling Engineer
    • Ichor Systems
    • Sparks, NV
    • Job Description Lead flow controller model development based on first principals of fluid mechanics and gas dynamics tha...
    • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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    Electrical Hardware Engineer
    • Horiba Instruments
    • Reno, NV
    • Job Description Job Description Are you looking for an exciting career in the semiconductor industry? HORIBA has kept it...
    • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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    Manufacturing Engineer II - Robotics
    • Hamilton Company
    • Reno, NV
    • Company Overview: Hamilton Company is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of manual, semi-automated and rob...
    • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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    Mechanical Construction Project Manager, Semi Self Perform
    • SOLID Personnel
    • Sparks, NV
    • Job Description Job Description What to Expect As a Mechanical Construction Project Manager, you will be playing a criti...
    • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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    Controls Systems Engineer, Design Team
    • Tesla Motors
    • Sparks, NV
    • The Role Engineering is looking for a highly motivated engineer to join our control systems design team. The design team...
    • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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    Quality Assurance Technician
    • BHI Energy
    • Reno, NV
    • Details: Job Summary: The Quality Control Technician is responsible for the verification of purchased product, incoming ...
    • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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    Licensed Practical Nurse
    • DispatchHealth Management
    • Reno, NV
    • How You'll Make an Impact: $1,500 sign-on bonus. The DispatchHealth Medical Technician (DHMT II) supports patient care a...
    • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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    Quality Assurance Technician
    • BHI Energy
    • Reno, NV
    • Details: Job Summary: The Quality Control Technician is responsible for the verification of purchased product, incoming ...
    • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

    Sparks is a city in Washoe County, Nevada, United States. It was founded in 1904 and incorporated on March 15, 1905, and is located just east of Reno. The 2010 U.S. Census Bureau population count was 90,264. It is the fifth most populous city in Nevada. It is named after the late Nevada Governor John Sparks, a member of the Silver Party. Sparks is located within the Reno–Sparks metropolitan area....
    Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
    Income Estimation for Control & Instrument Engineer jobs
    $79,032 to $102,259
    Sparks, Nevada area prices
    were up 2.5% from a year ago

    Control & Instrument Engineer in New Britain, CT
    Applies knowledge of engineering principles to design products such as power distribution systems, power and instrumentation panels, programmable logic control systems (PLCs), instrumentation and interlock logic circuits.
    December 17, 2019