Tesla · 22 hours ago
Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Cell Manufacturing
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expTesla is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to help industrialize their cell manufacturing lines. The role involves developing mechanical system design concepts, optimizing manufacturing tool design, and ensuring compliance with local codes while integrating manufacturing equipment into cohesive factory systems.
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Responsibilities
Develop mechanical system design concepts, utility locations, loads and system specifications during Conceptual design / Feasibility study phase
Define / characterize all mechanical interfaces between cell manufacturing equipment and factory central systems and incorporate into cell MFG Factory REVIT Model
Review / approve factory mechanical system design (airflow diagrams, schematics, P&ID’s, etc.)
Conduct cost / benefit analysis for localized utility systems vs. centralized (process cooling water, dust collection, etc.)
Use first principles to verify / size / optimize design of ducting / piping / central utilities (Chillers, Cooling Towers, Boilers, Fans, air handling units, pumps, heat exchangers, etc.)
Liaise with local factory engineering teams and regulatory bodies to understand local codes and apply to manufacturing equipment design
Develop RFQs for MFG utility systems
Interface with external / internal Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) teams during bid and project execution phases as needed to ensure that designs and specifications meet Tesla Engineering Standards
Participate in on-field construction and commissioning activities by serving as the point of contact for technical questions and real-time issue resolution. Develop in house factory standards / specification documents
Lead efforts to improve and innovate on mechanical utility system designs based on lessons learned and first principles thinking
Qualification
Required
Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with 5+ years of relevant experience
Familiarity with project management for capital projects and a typical project lifecycle
3D Modelling software (Revit) – Essential
Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D
Pipe flow modelling (AFT pipeflow, Aspen, or equivalent)
Experience with large facility infrastructure design (cell manufacturing, semiconductors, Chemical processing facility, etc.)
Excellent team and person-to-person communication skills
Well organized with meticulous attention to detail
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
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
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