Sr. Mechanical Engineer

About the role

• Sr. Mechanical Engineer | Tesla (Construction & Facilities)
• Location: AUSTIN, Texas | Req ID: 261233 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

Tesla’s Factory Engineering team is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to play a pivotal role in building our Texas Gigafactory.Help create and optimize the factory of the future by bringing conceptual designs to life, produce cutting-edge detailed design of mechanical systems and other factory utility systems that are fully integrated with manufacturing processes. This permanent, full-time position is in Austin, TX.

What You'll Do

• Mechanical system engineering design from conceptual design through construction administration
• Coordinating with multiple disciplines to ensure projects are delivered within budget and schedule
• Research and contribute with innovative and traditional ideas to solve challenging and difficult engineering problems
• Provide basis of design, sequence of operation and design contract drawings
• Coordinate design between different disciplines and perform construction administration to ensure correct installation

What You'll Bring

• 7+ years’ experience designing and or construction of HVAC or industrial mechanical systems
• Knowledge in chiller plant, boiler plant, piping and ductwork design, HVAC load calculations, and industrial exhaust system design. Plumbing or fire sprinkler system design experience is a plus
• Working towards Professional Engineer registration for Texas
• Working knowledge in the use of following applications Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, engineering calculation tools and equipment selection software
• Familiar with International Energy Conservation, Mechanical, Plumbing and Fire Protection Codes, NFPA 68, 69, 72, 90A, 90B and 92 standards, SMACNA duct construction standards, ACGIH Ventilation Practices, and ASHRAE
• Construction administration experience
• Problem solving skills in a fast paced environment

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
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)