Sr. Mechanical Engineer

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Sr. Mechanical Engineer

| Job Category | Construction & Facilities | | Location | AUSTIN, Texas | | Req. ID | 261233 | | Job Type | Full-time |

What to Expect

Tesla’s Factory Engineering team is seeking a Senior 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, produce 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.

What You’ll Do

• 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

What You’ll Bring

• 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

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

• 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&D

• 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

• Tesla is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, 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.

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