Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Efficiency

What to Expect

This is an opportunity to become part of a fast‑growing world‑class organization, supporting the latest energy technologies. We are setting the standard that will continue to transform and revolutionize the EV fast charging industry and commercial energy storage. The Tooling, Process & Training team is responsible for the development and scaling of service and commissioning hardware and processes to enable rapid development and maintenance of Tesla Energy's global storage and charging solutions.

This skilled and motivated individual will keep pushing this evolving energy industry forward by owning deep dives and development of field service efficiency improvements. The secondary responsibility involves creating new service procedures that prioritize safety, efficiency and effectiveness.

• Identify the largest field service optimization opportunities via data analysis/modeling, trials and field audits
• Develop service procedures for current and next‑generation Tesla Energy products
• Drive resolution of key pain points and the propagation of developed solutions between the engineering and field service team
• Collaborate and communicate with project stakeholders across program management, field support, customers, EHS, technical publications, service engineering, product design, etc.
• Solve key design and process bottlenecks to enable service or install efficiency
• Ability to travel to commissioning sites, containment/service sites, and Giga factories 10–15% of the time

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Data Science Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Strong foundation in mechanical, electrical, and process engineering disciplines
• 5–10 years of product/process experience or service/engineering support
• A continual tinkerer, modifier, and optimizer of systems
• Understanding of data analytics relating to ROI, failure analysis, and efficiency using Python, Excel or SQL
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams
• Adaptable to fast‑paced projects with aggressive timelines and shifting priorities, with team support and mentorship provided
• Knowledge of implementing and using AI tools for finding trends, gaps, and automation
• Background in renewable energy systems, electric vehicle charging or power conversion

Along with competitive pay, as a full‑time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• 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

$106,400 – $206,520/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.