What to Expect
We are seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer for our facilities team at Tesla Giga Texas. This role will support startup, operations, and maintenance of facilities systems on site. Come and join us to help accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy.
What You'll Do-
Develop maintenance and operations plans for mechanical systems focusing on Wet Mechanical Systems (Hydronics, Chillers, Cooling Towers, Pumps)
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Troubleshooting of facility system operational issues using first principles
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Create and modify maintenance and standard operating procedures (SOPs) and train personnel on new systems and proper operations
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Interface heavily with design, startup, commissioning and installation teams to assure quality system delivery
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Understand and apply Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) concepts and root cause failure analysis to open-ended problems
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Identify and implement improvement projects to increase facility system reliability and efficiency
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Interface with Chemical treat company and review sampled data weekly
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Simplify, Optimize, Accelerate, Automate facility mechanical equipment and processes
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Interface with other facility engineering disciplines to ensure systems are optimized (Electrical, Water & Wastewater Treatment, Structural, Gas & Chem, and Controls)
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Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
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Intermediate knowledge of mechanical engineering principles (Heat Transfer, Psychrometric Charts, Pump Curves, Vibration Analysis)
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Intermediate knowledge of mechanical systems (pumps, pneumatics, fans, flow meters, air handling systems, industrial chillers, Cooling Towers, boilers, process piping, heat exchangers)
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Strong troubleshooting background and issue resolution
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Strong data and system analysis
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
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
