Controls & Network Integration Engineer, IT Infrastructure Engineering Tesla Motors, Inc. paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, Nevada, Sparks 1 Electric Avenue (Show on map) Sep 30, 2026

What to Expect The IT Manufacturing Solutions Engineering team identifies and deploys cutting-edge technologies that deliver step-change performance in Tesla's factories. We eliminate inefficiencies and waste while enabling robust, high-volume production of vehicles, energy products, battery cells, and more. As a Controls and Network Integration Engineer, you will accelerate the global migration of our AGV (Automated Guided Vehicles), AMR (Autonomous Mobile Robots), and EMS (Electrical Monorail System) fleets to the latest wireless technologies-especially Private 5G-delivering low-latency, highly reliable communications. Your work will directly increase factory output and uptime by making mobile robotics systems rock-solid. You will own the critical intersection of IT infrastructure, OT/controls, and wireless networking in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. What You'll Do

Own end-to-end IT/OT network topologies that connect infrastructure to line-side controls equipment, optimizing for real-time automation, robustness, reliability, and performance

Rapidly troubleshoot and resolve Private 5G cellular, Wi-Fi, and industrial network issues affecting production using Wireshark packet analysis, Splunk, SQL, PRONETA, TIA Portal Topology, and internal visibility tools

Bridge IT and OT:

navigate controls documentation, PLC programming, and electrical systems while partnering with Manufacturing, Cellular, and Network Infrastructure teams to drive root-cause resolution and clear cross-domain knowledge gaps

Test, qualify, and integrate new 5G cellular devices, controls networking hardware, and related equipment for factory compatibility and performance

Partner daily with Manufacturing teams across Design-Build-Run phases to ensure smooth, successful integrations that align with production realities

Lead multi-project Private 5G cellular and wireless integrations: coordinate cross-functional teams, manage device sourcing/shipping, and participate in FAT (Factory Acceptance Test), SAT (Site Acceptance Test), and SOP (Start of Operation) to hit deadlines with zero unplanned downtime

Collaborate on secure, scalable data pipelines from PLCs and industrial computers to internal monitoring services, delivering real-time high-visibility insights

Drive continuous improvement by analyzing performance data, optimizing Wi-Fi device behavior (low latency, minimal packet loss, zero disconnections), and proposing upgrades that boost 5G functionality and overall factory efficiency

Collaborate with vendors and stakeholders, speaking fluently across manufacturing, wireless, wired, and cellular domains to tailor solutions and align on production needs

Ensure knowledge base and project tracking tools are up to date so the whole team remains ready to support any escalations What You'll Bring

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering (EE), Computer Engineering (CE), Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE), Mechatronics, Robotics, Networking, Telecommunications, or related field, plus 3+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent practical experience; 5+ years preferred for Senior level)

Advanced proficiency in network troubleshooting tools including Wireshark, PRONETA, TIA Portal Topology, and Windows Command Prompt

Hands-on experience with Siemens TIA Portal, OPC-UA, and Ignition; ability to program Siemens PLCs, configure Siemens NAT and LACP/XC (Scalance) switches

Strong understanding of industrial and networking protocols: TCP/IP, PROFINET/PROFIsafe, EtherCAT

Advanced knowledge of electrical diagrams with ability to redline ECAD schematics (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or equivalent)

Proficiency in at least one scripting language (Python, Jython, or Ignition Expression Language)

Exceptional attention to detail, rigorous regression/integration testing practices, and outstanding problem-solving skills

Strong communication and collaboration skills with proven experience on cross-functional teams and multiple stakeholders

Comfort and effectiveness working in active manufacturing/factory environments, including direct partnership with production teams

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 Notify me of jobs like this