Tesla · 3 weeks ago
Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Infrastructure Design
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$106K/yr - $207K/yr
5+ years expTesla is seeking an innovative Senior Mechanical Engineer with strong expertise in HVAC and Process Piping to join their dynamic mechanical design team. This role emphasizes forward-thinking mechanical design, cross-functional collaboration, and hands-on implementation to support Tesla's fast-paced development for various innovative projects.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Apply engineering fundamentals and a broad set of mechanical engineering tools to solve technical problems and create novel detailed designs for a wide range of mechanical and process systems
Responsible for developing detailed specifications, sequence of operations, design packages for HVAC, plumbing and hydronic systems for permitting and construction under senior staff supervision
Work with various manufacturing, construction, and facilities stakeholders to understand end-user needs and deliver results that meet the collective team’s needs
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects to ensure high quality and productivity in fast-paced environment
Work independently, apply first principles thinking to resolve design issues creatively and thoroughly coordinating design with other disciplines
Perform capacity and risk analysis for large capital infrastructure
Create flexible designs that can meet evolving criteria over time and ability to challenge and justify design decisions to leadership
Synthesize technical information into a well-designed slide deck and have the communication skills to present the data to leadership
Influence various teams without direct reporting structure
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in HVAC or Process Systems design experience
Familiarity with ASHRAE Handbooks / Standards, SMACNA Standards
Fundamental understanding of mechanical systems including, not limited to; Dehumidification Units, Air Scrubbers, Dust Collectors, Heat Exchangers (shell/tube, plate/frame, brazed fin), Chillers, Cooling Towers, Pumps, Compressors, process gas/fluid systems, Air Handling Units, Terminal Units, VRF, Fans / Blowers, Pumps, Control Valves and Instrumentation, Heat Recovery Systems, Hazardous Exhaust, and Waste Water Treatment
Professional design experience in a wide range of project types including industrial cooling tower systems, chiller plants, boiler plants, office, mission critical/data centers, restaurant, high tech/R&D, biotech/pharmaceutical and industrial
Familiarity with International Codes Council (ICC), Suite of Codes (codes including Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, Energy Conservation, Fuel Gas, and Fire Codes) and California specific Title 24 codes
Excellent communication skills are essential for team-based collaboration
Proficient with various computer programs such as HVAC load calculations (Carrier HAP, Trane Trace, and/or IES), Revit, Pipe-flo, Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and Revizto
Construction administration experience including site observation visits and review of RFIs, Submittals, and Shop Drawings
Willingness to travel to support infrastructure development in the Bay Area and beyond
Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineering in training (EIT) certification
Benefits
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
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
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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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