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
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Work projects through concept development, detailed design, procurement, fabrication, installation, and commissioning
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Partner closely with maintenance, operations, controls, EHS, and quality teams to ensure projects meet production, reliability, and safety requirements
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Execute mechanical troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement efforts during installation and commissioning
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Conduct walkdowns with site representatives to verify proper installation
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Develop construction plan taking into consideration arrival time, and rigging strategy
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Coordinate building and utilities construction with infrastructure teams based on equipment needs
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Review and comment on incoming vendor documents (calculations, drawings, data sheets etc.) to ensure accuracy, conformance to codes/specification/practices
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Develop conceptual layouts and cost studies as necessary
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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
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4+ years of mechanical experience in a commercial scale manufacturing environment, ideally specializing in chemical process equipment
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Strong mechanical fundamentals with demonstrated ability to apply engineering judgement to real-world equipment and manufacturing problems
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Experience designing, procuring, installing, and commissioning capital equipment
- Hands-on experience supporting operating equipment, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis, repair scopes, and design improvements
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Proficiency with 3D CAD tools
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Working knowledge of fabrication, machining, welding, and assembly processes
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Familiarity with applicable engineering codes and standards (ASME, API, PIP)
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Strong organizational and communication skills, with ability to engage in technical discussions across engineering disciplines
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Up to 50% travel
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.
