What to Expect
Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer to support the Lathrop, CA manufacturing site and several other sites in the valley area. The valley operations team operates and maintains the factory of the future by overseeing the design, implementation, maintenance, and operation of cutting-edge, large-scale equipment and utility systems supporting highly innovative manufacturing processes.
In this role, you will serve as the electrical subject matter expert for plant utility projects and represent Plant Operations through all project stages from design and construction through commissioning and turnover. The ideal candidate takes pride in their hands-on work, analytical problem solving, organization, and attention to detail. They thrive where innovative, high-quality work is expected and rewarded, and where individuals carry significant responsibility. They communicate effectively across teams and have strong knowledge of low, medium, and high voltage distribution systems.
This is a full-time, on-site position.
What You'll Do-
Serve as system owner for electrical equipment, spares, and material specifications
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Monitor site conditions through regular field walks and data acquisition systems
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Review design and vendor documents; evaluate risks, constructability, and operational challenges
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Plan, coordinate, and execute complex preventive maintenance plans for switchyards, unit substations, backup power systems, and electrical busway distribution
- Develop, review, and execute sequenced switching orders, MOPs, and electrical switching diagrams for all electrical equipment
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Support and oversee complex LOTO activities for low, medium, and high voltage systems in accordance with site safety requirements, NFPA 70E, and OSHA
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Troubleshoot low, medium, and high voltage systems and perform root cause analysis on equipment failures
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Lead and support startup, commissioning, and buy-off activities; resolve open issues and punch-list items with cross-functional teams
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Participate in continuous improvement initiatives with key stakeholders and engineering groups
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Size electrical systems including unit substations, transformers, busway distribution, UPS, and generators
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Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
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5+ years of experience in the industrial or utility sector as a hands-on electrical field engineer or electrical applications engineer, with experience in power system design, construction, commissioning, maintenance, and operation
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Proficiency in electrical protection systems
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Strong understanding of local and national technical and safety standards and codes (NEC, NETA, NFPA, OSHA), with working knowledge of NFPA 70E and NETA ECS for shock and arc flash safety
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Experience with utility-level distribution from commercial through industrial transmission-level systems
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with leadership
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Ability to work effectively with engineers and technicians across disciplines, as well as vendors and contractors
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
Expected Compensation
$98,640 - $176,040/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
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.
