Facilities Mechanical Engineer, Energy
Job Category
Construction & Facilities
Location
Sparks, Nevada
Req. ID
227973
Job Type
Full-time
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What to Expect What You’ll Do What You’ll Bring
As Tesla continues to vertically integrate our operations, Tesla Cell Infrastructure group is looking for a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to work on a critical challenge facing the world’s energy transition to sustainable energy. Sustaining, Operating, and Optimizing a first-of-a-kind Battery Facility.
As a Mechanical Engineer, you will work closely with the design team, construction & commissioning team supporting projects from concept through design, installation, integration, ramp up, and long-term operations, sustainability & operations.
- Monitor and troubleshoot all dry mechanical facilities equipment, including HVAC systems, pumps, heat exchangers, Dehumidifier systems and spaces etc. Identify and implement improvement projects
- Effectively respond and support facilities operational process issues in a 24/7 production setting
- Support cross functional teams to develop commissioning, startup, and operations plans for mechanical systems (e.g., HVAC, air handling system, Dehumidifier systems etc.)
- Support maintenance and reliability engineering team to increase system reliability and efficiency
- Interface heavily with Design, Construction and Installation teams to assure quality system delivery. Interact with tenants and ensure all engineering requests are effectively addressed
- Understand and apply Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) concepts and root cause failure analysis to open-ended problems
- Communicate effectively and timely to stakeholders and the required engineering team
- Be able to prioritize and manage a heavy workload toensure high quality and productivity
- Develop commissioning, startup, and operations plans for mechanical systems (HVAC, dry air, gas/chemical, hydronic, etc.)
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or 5+ years of relevant working experience
- Operation experience in datacenter or semiconductor-type facilities is preferred
- Intermediate knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and systems, including pumps, pneumatics, fans, flow meters, air handling systems, industrial chilled water, heating, process piping, rotating equipment, mass and heat transfer
- Knowledge and experience with writing sequences of operation for Process mechanical system
- Strong experience in data and system analysis
- System commissioning and startup experience is a plus
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.