What To Expect
As a Tesla Associate Mechanical Engineer, you will support the operation and optimization of one of the world’s most advanced manufacturing facilities. This role focuses on enhancing energy efficiency, minimizing environmental impact, and maintaining high safety and sustainability standards. You will monitor and operate critical facilities equipment, working closely with engineering teams to refine systems that drive Tesla’s mission. Initially, you will support the Facilities Operations team, with a clear growth path toward becoming a Systems Engineer.
What You'll Do
Operate and monitor all HVAC, Hydronic, and other utility equipment in a 24hr production facility to ensure reliable service to all areas of the site. Systems include: Chilled water, Heating water, Compressed Air, Medium Voltage Electrical distribution, VOC abatement, chemical delivery, and chemical recovery systemsEnsure systems operate reliably to avoid manufacturing/facility (or operations) impacts by meeting uptime goals Provide support for new equipment installation, startup, commissioning, and sustaining operationsIdentify and implement opportunities to achieve lowest cost of ownership to key stakeholders while maintaining reliability. (Results are delivered through the application of engineering skills and tools)Own safety within area of influenceOversight of planning, design, reconfiguration, construction, maintenance, and modifications to equipment, machinery, facilities systems, buildings, and structures as required to support business requirementsTroubleshoot alarms and instrument readings that fall outside of normal operating parametersImprove the reliability of equipment and systems through statistical validation
What You'll Bring
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical Engineering or related field or 4 years of equivalent work experience Must understand basic mechanical, electrical, SCADA and automated controls system operationsOpen to schedule flexibility that will allow for a variety of shifts, including days, nights, or weekends as neededOutstanding verbal and written communication skills; ability to prepare and present reports and/or PowerPoint type presentations is essentialExcellent computer skills using the Microsoft Office platform (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, etc.)Competency in using most of the following software tools is desirable: Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit, BIM 360, NavisworksWearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelinesAbility to wear a full-face air-purifying respirator while performing mildly or moderately exertional tasks for 4 consecutive hours, up to 12 hours per dayAbility to sit, stand, and/or walk for 10+ hours per day. Lift at least 10 lbs on a regular basis, perform repetitive hand and wrist motions and sometimes may have to twist and bend body, ability to climb ladders/stairs, work in loud environment. Must be able to discern audible alarmsAbility to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, including but not limited to: Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist, and crawl for extended periods of time. Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures. Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing. Demonstrated ability to handle and manipulate tooling, quickly and accurately during new hire training and maintaining ability throughout employment. Potential exposure to confined spaces and hazardous materials
Benefits
Compensation and 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) 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
Expected Compensation
$83,448 - $324,000/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.
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