BMS Controls Engineer, Infrastructure

Teslas Infrastructure Design team leads the development of innovative solutions for complex R&D and manufacturing facilities across the Bay Area and beyond. We specialize in creating sophisticated infrastructure systems that power next-generation research and production environments.

We are seeking a specialized BMS Controls Engineer to bridge the gap between our Facilities Operations and Data Science teams. The ideal candidate will optimize our Building Management Systems BMS not just for operation but for high-fidelity data acquisition.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with facilities personnel to instrument systems validate sensor accuracy and architect the data pipeline required to feed predictive Machine Learning models.
• Collaborate with facilities staff to identify critical control points and sensors required for ML modeling
• Translate the complex requirements of the ML team into technical tasks for the facilities team
• Conduct regular audits of trend data to identify flatlined sensors calibration drifts or communication drop-outs
• Design and maintain the pathway from the BMS Edge to the central repository CloudOn-Prem
• Develop automated scripts or dashboards to monitor the health of the data pipeline ensuring uptime and completeness
• PLC setup HMI development IgnitionWebCntrlDesigo and developing the sequence of operations
• Configure and program controllers to communicate via standard industry protocols
• Program DDCs and Siemens PLCs using TIA-Portal. Should know IEC 61131-3 languages
• Develop maintain and upgrade intuitive graphical user interfaces GUIs and dashboards within Ignition and ALC the BMS platforms to visualize system performance for end-users
• Develop Alarm rationalization with feedback from Facility operations
• Troubleshoot hardware software and network issues that result in poor data quality e.g. fixing loose terminations replacing faulty sensors or resolving network IP conflicts
• Program control sequences and alarm logic
• Manage tag databases historical data logging and SQL database connections for reporting
• Manage and prioritize requests for information on new construction builds existing site facilities support and legacy site enhancement projects

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering Controls Engineering or a related field or equivalent experience with 5 years of experience
• Certifications such as Certified Energy Manager CEM Building Automation Professional BAP or similar is a plus
• Experience with Inductive Automation Ignition Automated Logic ALC WebCTRL or Siemens Desigo
• Knowledge of major protocols BACnetIP BACnet MSTP Modbus TCPRTU Profinet
• Experience with hardware and wiring Low voltage 24V termination relay logic 4-20mA loops multimeter troubleshooting signal generators
• Experience with Python Jython for Ignition scripting SQL databases EIKON ALC Logic
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals IP addressing VLANs switches
• Knowledge of energy management HVAC controls or sustainable building practices
• Ability to program and Integrate Variable Frequency Derives ABB & Sinamics
• Proficiency with SQL or Time-Series Databases e.g. InfluxDB TimescaleDB

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
• 401k 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

Expected Compensation:

$91,600 - $195,600 annual salary, cash and stock awards, benefits. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location job-related knowledge skills and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.