What to Expect
Tesla is seeking a Fire Systems Designer for the Infrastructure Engineering team. This role is ideal for a NICET II+ designer with a strong background in commercial and manufacturing projects, and a proven track record of working on projects from kickoff through construction, quality design and Certificate of Occupancy. A successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality, code-compliant fire systems across a variety of sites and projects.
What You'll Do-
Assist in the design and coordination of fire systems for Tesla facilities
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Assist with project initiation phase by collaborating with a variety of teams to define scope, design criteria, schedule and cost
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Develop bid level documentation including drawings, specifications, and engineering calculations
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Develop RFP/RFQ documents for project scoping and pricing
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Perform system sizing, bulk pipe routing, and pressure loss calculations for fire protection systems
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Ensure all designs are compliant with applicable codes and standards, including NFPA, and local jurisdictional requirements
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Managing 3rd party consultants or subcontractors in support of construction activities including but not limited to submittal review, RFI responses, and field surveys
What You'll Bring-
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
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Certified NICET II or above in the United States
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6+ years of experience in fire system design (fire suppression or fire alarm), with a strong focus on commercial and manufacturing projects
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Experience working with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
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Demonstrated ability to independently lead projects from kickoff through construction-level design
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Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and hydraulic calculation tools (i.e. HydraCAD, AutoSprink, etc)
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Anticipate minimal travel (5-10%)
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
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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 / 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.
