Mechanical Design Engineering Manager
Tesla
Mechanical Design Engineering Manager
| Job Category | Construction & Facilities |
|---|---|
| Location | AUSTIN, Texas |
| Req. ID | 234299 |
| Job Type | Full-time |
Tesla participates in the E-Verify Program
Tesla’s Infrastructure Engineering team is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineering Manager to play a pivotal role in building our Texas Gigafactory. The manager will work intimately with the team to manage high visibility / value projects and will apply technical / leadership skills to assure the timely and efficient execution of the projects.
- Lead design concept/development efforts, working directly with engineers to vet/validate multiple different proposed solutions
- Define engineering workflows and plans for the team
- Finalize design scope from initial concepts and budgets, define initial assumptions
- Partner with the project management team to identify and document all project design milestones and deliverables
- Continuously monitor and measure all project design processes and activities to identify and communicate potential issues, risks, and problems and provide corrective action options to drive to resolution
- Serve as a final reviewer for all designs, ensuring simplicity, cost-effectiveness, and functionality/robustness
- Subject Matter Expert in the preparation of mechanical construction drawings and engineering specifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) registration is required
- 12+ years of design experience in HVAC, chilled and heating water systems, and steam systems within a fast-paced, dynamic environment, or other demonstrated evidence of exceptional ability
- Minimum 3 years of experience managing engineering teams and executing large-scale, complex projects
- Extensive design experience with the following equipment types: Open and/or closed-circuit cooling towers; Water and air-cooled chillers; Gas-fired and electric water boilers; Large air handling units with heating/cooling coils and/or gas-fired heaters; Packaged air-to-air and water-to-water heat pumps; Dust collectors, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, fans, and pumps
- Knowledge and experience with writing sequences of operation (SOO)
- Deep knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, practices, and processes, including expertise in design-build approaches and permitting considerations
- Hands-on experience in infrastructure planning, design, and program management, with a strong track record of cross-disciplinary collaboration (e.g., process safety, electrical, and fire protection engineering)
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
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here). Please contact accommodationrequest@tesla.com for additional information or to request accommodations.
Privacy is a top priority for Tesla. We build it into our products and view it as an essential part of our business. To understand more about the data we collect and process as part of your application, please view our Tesla Talent Privacy Notice