Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Mechanical Engineer - Rotating & Static Equipment, Refining Technology

Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAustin, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience is required.
Two to eight years of experience in a mechanical engineering role focused on plant design, including practical experience in large operating plants or refineries.
A strong fundamental understanding of engineering principles, including mass and energy balances, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics.
Ability to use first-principles reasoning to fill knowledge gaps.
Familiarity with international codes and standards, including ASME, API, ISO, and OSHA.
Willingness to travel to project sites up to 50%.

Responsibilities

Drive specification sheets required for sourcing static and rotating mechanical equipment, including pumps, tanks, agitators, and heat exchangers.
Develop financial estimates for equipment for technoeconomic analysis inputs.
Lead process equipment selection, including tradeoffs and design.
Compile Request for Quotation documents for vendors and complete technical bid evaluations to determine the best vendor.
Evaluate vendor capability to meet project technical and lead-time goals.
Ensure vendors deliver engineering deliverables and equipment on time.
Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, civil, and controls teams to ensure prompt review and delivery of deliverables required for process equipment installation.
Procure new equipment or change existing equipment design as needs arise.
Develop commissioning and ramp plans, including process setpoints, key performance indicators, and go/no-go criteria.
Coordinate with production engineers to develop standard operating procedures, Standard Operating Conditions, and Alarm Rationalization.

Desired Qualifications

Familiarity with mechanical design software such as Autodesk and SolidWorks is preferred.
Experience analyzing datasets and using data visualization tools such as Excel and PowerPoint to build a business case or present data.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	AUSTIN, Texas
Requisition ID	269221
Type	Full-time

Job Description

Imagine a world where infinite clean energy isn’t a promise, it’s a reality. Enabling abundant, clean energy production requires a complex supply of refined materials that are to become the backbone of Tesla’s solar manufacturing ecosystem. Tesla’s Refining Technology Team is responsible for the implementation of production processes at never-before-seen scale. If you’re a highly motivated and purpose-driven Mechanical Engineer ready to solve problems that have never been solved before, this is your moment. Join us in turning the sun’s power into the world’s most abundant, accessible energy source.

Job Responsibilities

Drive specification sheets required for sourcing Mechanical Equipment (Static and Rotating, i.e. pumps, tanks, agitators, heat exchangers)
Develop financial estimates for equipment for technoeconomic analysis inputs
Lead process equipment selection, including tradeoffs and design
Compile Request for Quotation (RFQ) Documents for vendors and complete technical bid evaluations for determining the best vendor for Tesla
Evaluate vendor capability to meet project technical and lead-time goals
Responsible for vendors, ensuring timely delivery of engineering deliverables and equipment
Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, civil, controls teams to ensure prompt review and delivery of deliverables required for process equipment installation
Procure new equipment / change existing equipment design as needs arise
Develop commissioning and ramp plan including process setpoints, KPIs, and go/no-go criteria
Coordinate with production engineers to develop SOPs, Standard Operating Conditions, Alarm Rationalization, etc.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
2-8 years experience in a mechanical engineering role with a focus in plant design including demonstrated practical experience in large operating plants/refineries
Strong fundamental understanding of engineering principles (e.g., mass & energy balances, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to use first-principles reasoning to fill knowledge gaps
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment
Familiarity with Mechanical Design Software preferred (Autodesk, Solidworks)
Experience analyzing datasets and using data visualization tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint) to build a business case or present data
Familiarity with International Codes and Standards (ASME, API, ISO, OSHA)
Willingness to travel to Project Sites (Up to 50% Travel)

About the Company

Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Tesla makes electric cars and batteries that store power for homes and utilities, and it develops self-driving software and humanoid robots. In 2023, its Model Y became the first electric vehicle to rank as the world's best-selling car. Buyers order the Model 3 sedan, Model Y SUV, or Cybertruck pickup directly from Tesla instead of through dealers, and they charge on its Supercharger fast-charging network. It also sells Megapack and Powerwall batteries, runs a robotaxi service, and charges drivers a monthly fee for self-driving software that still needs their supervision. Tesla was founded in 2003, with Elon Musk as its lead early investor and a recognized co-founder, and it is based in Austin, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Austin, TX
Founded: 2003

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