Tesla · 4 weeks ago
Facilities Mechanical Engineer, Cell Manufacturing
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$93K/yr - $207K/yr
3+ years expTesla is seeking a skilled Facilities Mechanical Engineer to support their cutting-edge cell manufacturing operations. This role involves the integration, operation, and optimization of manufacturing utility systems, serving as a technical lead to ensure safety, reliability, and performance standards are met.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the technical lead for mechanical facilities systems supporting manufacturing operations
Provide hands-on support in system troubleshooting, reliability improvement, and commissioning activities
Lead or participate in project teams responsible for mechanical and chemical utility system design, installation, and startup
Prepare engineering deliverables including Basis of Design, design narratives, performance specs, SOPs, and HAZOP reviews
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external consultants to drive project success and implement lessons learned
Review and approve design documents, shop drawings, submittals, and system modifications
Oversee consultant and contractor work: develop scopes, review bids, track performance, and ensure cost/schedule compliance
Identify and drive opportunities for innovation and efficiency in facility systems
Conduct site walks to coordinate utility connections and validate system integration with new equipment
Manufacturing equipment site visits to review construction of equipment and coordinate utility connections/designs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or the equivalent in experience
Minimum 3 years of experience in facilities engineering, clean room environments, utility system design, or plant operations in a manufacturing environment
Strong hands-on experience with system startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and operations
Proficient in developing technical documentation including SOPs, design reports, and operational sequences
Familiarity with tools such as Revit, HVAC load calculators, and hydraulic analysis software
Ability to manage multiple complex projects and provide mentorship to junior engineers
Ability to travel domestic and international
Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds
Preferred
Professional Engineer's license is a plus
Benefits
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
Societe GeneraleEuropean UnionPennDOT
2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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