Facilities Mechanical Design Engineer

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What to Expect

Tesla is looking for a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer or Designer to be part of the Building Infrastructure Engineering Team at Gigafactory 1. Help create and optimize the factory of the future by bringing conceptual designs to life, producing innovative detailed designs of HVAC, hydronic and other factory utility systems that are fully integrated with manufacturing processes. This is a permanent, full-time position located in Sparks, NV.

What You'll Do

• Design and optimize HVAC, hydronic, and plumbing systems for diverse building types
• Develop construction documents from initial concepts through final design
• Manage high-quality BIM (Revit) models, engineering drawings, and PIDs for all mechanical systems
• Support projects throughout construction with field coordination, submittal/RFI review, and as-built documentation
• Collaborate across stakeholders and disciplines, creatively resolving design challenges
• Prioritize and manage multiple simultaneous projects, ensuring high-quality and productive outcomes

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum of 4 years of experience designing HVAC and hydronic systems
• Expert knowledge of Revit MEP and proficiency with AutoCAD, Navisworks, Bluebeam and Microsoft Office Suite
• Positive, enthusiastic, fast learner, can-do mindset and passionate about Tesla's mission
• Fundamental understanding of mechanical systems including Air Handling Units, Fans/Blowers, Hazardous Exhaust, Terminal Units, Air Compressors, Chillers, Cooling Towers, Pumps, Heat Exchangers
• Familiar with design calculations such as duct/pipe sizing, duct/pipe pressure drop, heat load calculations and equipment selection
• Knowledge of relevant codes and standards IECC, IMC, IPC/UPC, SMACNA, and ASHRAE 62/90.1

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:

• 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)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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.