Facilities Commissioning Lead I&C Technician

Facilities Commissioning Lead I&C Technician Tesla Motors, Inc. paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, Texas, Brookshire May 01, 2026 What to Expect As a Lead commissioning Instrumentation and Controls Technician, you will be responsible for Quality Control, Pre-Commissioning, Commissioning, Start Up and Troubleshooting of Instrumentation and Controls Systems in Brookshire TX and supporting other sites domestically in the US. Under supervision of the Commissioning Lead, perform and supervise other technicians and vendors with quality verification, loop checks, commissioning, start up and troubleshooting on various instruments related to industrial buildings.

This role requires a blend of technical expertise, critical thinking, and collaboration with construction commissioning and Facility teams. You will play a key role in ensuring the reliable operation of control systems and instrumentation, contributing to the overall efficiency and safety of the facility. What You'll Do Supervise contracted and internal technicians to ensure day-to-day tasks are performed on schedule Communicate to the Commissioning Lead forecasted schedule and budget of contracted support to enable project planning Ensure and/or perform quality inspections to confirm scopes of work are installed per design drawings and specifications Configure, calibrate, troubleshoot and perform loop checks on a variety of instrumentation, equipment and control systems, including sensors, transmitters, controllers, and actuators Work closely with integration team to coordinate PLC programming and DCS screen development. Perform VFD configuration, motor IDs, and networking. Support mechanical/process commissioning team during C&E and SOO testing Coordinate and manage 3rd Party vendors to ensure commissioning quality and completion within vendor provided equipment. Perform troubleshooting during commissioning and start up Use completion tools to track progress and issues of instrumentation devices throughout the project What You'll Bring Experience commissioning industrial processes, including but not limited to: Steam, HVAC, chilled water, fire / toxic services Ability to understand design drawings: plans, C&E Matrix, Control Narratives, Wiring Diagrams, SLD's, PFD's and P&ID's Proficient in the installation, calibration, and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems. Strong understanding of PLCs, DCS, SCADA systems, and other automation technologies Proficient with Siemens

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Portal, V18; additional experience with Ignition and Allen Bradley PLCs is preferred Strong skills in troubleshooting motor controls, drives, and electronic components and proficient in using hand tools, electrical meters, and testing equipment Ability to work at high elevations (up to 60ft) and lift at least 50 lbs. regularly, perform repetitive hand and wrist motions, and twist and bend the body 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