Mechanical Design Engineer, Recycling

What to Expect

Tesla's is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to work on a critical challenge facing the world's energy transition - Battery Recycling. In this role, you will oversee the deployment of commercial scale assets that enable Tesla to recover critical metals from scrap streams.

What You'll Do

* Provide technical ownership and review of mechanical designs for quality, feasibility, constructability, safety, and adherence to best practices

* Work projects through concept development, detailed design, procurement, fabrication, installation, and commissioning

* Partner closely with maintenance, operations, controls, EHS, and quality teams to ensure projects meet production, reliability, and safety requirements

* Execute mechanical troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement efforts during installation and commissioning

* Conduct walkdowns with site representatives to verify proper installation

* Develop construction plan taking into consideration arrival time, and rigging strategy

* Coordinate building and utilities construction with infrastructure teams based on equipment needs

* Review and comment on incoming vendor documents (calculations, drawings, data sheets etc.) to ensure accuracy, conformance to codes/specification/practices

* Develop conceptual layouts and cost studies as necessary

* Confirm pressure vessels meet ASME Sec VIII, Div. 1 and ASME B 31.3 requirements

What You'll Bring

* Degree or Equivalent Experience in Mechanical Engineering or related field

* 4+ years of mechanical experience in a commercial scale manufacturing environment, ideally specializing in chemical process equipment

* Strong mechanical fundamentals with demonstrated ability to apply engineering judgement to real-world equipment and manufacturing problems

* Experience designing, procuring, installing, and commissioning capital equipment

* Hands-on experience supporting operating equipment, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis, repair scopes, and design improvements

* Proficiency with 3D CAD tools

* Working knowledge of fabrication, machining, welding, and assembly processes

* Familiarity with applicable engineering codes and standards (ASME, API, PIP)

* Strong organizational and communication skills, with ability to engage in technical discussions across engineering disciplines

* Up to 50% travel

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Mechanical Design Engineer, Recycling

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