Mechanical Design Engineer

What To Expect

Tesla’s Factory Engineering team is seeking a 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, producing 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.

• 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

• 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

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&DD
• 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