Facilities Gas & Chemical Engineer
Job Category
Construction & Facilities
Location
AUSTIN, Texas
Req. ID
226414
Job Type
Full-time
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What to Expect What You’ll Do What You’ll Bring
Tesla is seeking a skilled Gas & Chemical Engineer to join the Facilities team at Gigafactory Texas. Come and join us to help accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy.
- Experience with gas and chemical system operations including systems monitoring, sustaining operations, maintenance, and process/equipment improvements
- Review/analyze data and monitor equipment to identify trends and ensure processes are running within specifications
- Understand and apply Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) concepts and root cause failure analysis to open-ended problems
- Evaluation of process requirements and specification of new gas and chemical delivery systems as required. Future scenario planning support including infrastructure budgeting and schedule forecasting, utilization and capacity data analysis
- Coordinate commissioning of equipment and facilities, operating philosophy, and overall control. Develop and execute pre-startup and operation procedures, process and equipment
- Confirm operational readiness and assurance issues between operations personnel and construction/commissioning personnel. Interface and provide clarification and guidance and technical support to construction and commissioning teams
- Responsible for ensuring the satisfactory completion of commissioning of systems in terms of quality of work and schedule
- Preparing proposals for modifications of facilities, control & safety schemes and process operating parameters to enhance safety, reliability and process performance
- Interface/coordinate with Design teams to review and determine opportunities to improve the systems designs at different design stages
- Participate in Process Hazard reviews and analysis including HAZOP/HAZID/SIL studies and responsible for actions close-out
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
- At least 4 years of gas and chemical systems operations experience; semiconductor facility, refining or battery manufacturing facility support preferred
- Hazardous production material (HPM) expertise
- Strong data and system analysis
- Strong troubleshooting background and issue resolution
- High tolerance for change
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Experience with design and installation of gas and chemical equipment, including piping systems and facility support equipment
- Experience commissioning and conducting performance testing of complex systems
- Experience in managing and leading projects including design/specification, bidding, and field coordination
Compensation and Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
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.