Lead Architect

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Tesla is looking for a Lead Architect to work on a wide array of Engineering‑Procurement‑Construction projects that require exceptional talent. Our environment is fast‑paced and incredibly exciting. Required commitment is that you bring your passion for advancing energy sustainability, your desire to work on difficult problems pushing the limits, your willingness to value team success beyond your own, and your unwavering positive attitude towards sustained hard work.

In this role, you will be asked to be the primary architecture lead for the design and engineering efforts to support construction of infrastructure development, from concept level to production.

• Responsible for leading a team of architects to collaborate in a multi‑disciplined environment.
• Lead all architectural design concept evaluations and decisions, leading to completion of construction drawings for permit and construction execution.
• Manage multiple projects throughout planning, design, and support bidding, and construction phases.
• Responsible for developing architectural design packages for permitting and construction Review and develop architectural design packages for permitting and construction as well as designs that are cost effective, constructable, code compliant while meeting Tesla’s quality and schedule requirements.
• Present design concepts and progress at project milestones (30%, 60%, 90%, IFC) design reviews to stakeholders and multi‑discipline teams.
• Develop process improvements, workflows, templates to increase design productivity, and document permit exemption lists, AM&Ms, Variances with local jurisdictions.

• Degree in Architecture or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 10 years Architectural design experience and Licensed Architect in state of California or ability to acquire state license.
• Experience in architectural design of buildings for high‑tech infrastructure, industrial, or operational facilities (semiconductor, solar, battery, etc.).
• Proficient in the use of various computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit and Navisworks.
• Professional design experience in a wide range of project types including manufacturing facilities, utility plants, office, mission critical/data centers, restaurant, high tech/R&D, bio‑tech/pharmaceutical and industrial.
• Construction Administration experience including site observation visits and review of RFIs, and shop drawings.

• 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.

$120,000 - $180,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits.
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.