Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Building services

Building Services EngineeringPosted on Nov 10

Full-timeGrünheide (Mark), GermanyNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical or Construction Engineering, or evidence of exceptional ability.
At least 5 years of experience in a comparable field.
Proven stakeholder management with internal teams and external partners.
Strong command of medium- and low-voltage power and lighting distribution, grounding and lightning protection, and very-low-voltage systems such as passive IT infrastructure, fire alarms, and surveillance.
Working knowledge of Revit and German codes, including VDE and DIN.
Clear communication in English.

Responsibilities

Take part in early detailed design and balance product specifications, equipment needs, layout complexity, cost, quality, and lead time.
Lead the design and coordination of site-wide medium-voltage power distribution, including underground and above-ground installations, high-voltage and medium-voltage switchyard development, public-utility interface, and high-voltage line design.
Specify and coordinate medium-voltage switchgear, transformers, low-voltage main switchgear, main and sub-distribution boards, and secondary systems for protection, control, interlocking, and communication.
Define medium- and low-voltage switching procedures, breaker coordination and selectivity, time-coordination curves, load flow, and technical parameters for power-distribution equipment.
Produce schematics and layouts for power-supply systems, equipment, and distribution boards, including single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and component technical data.
Route medium- and low-voltage cables for electrical systems on trays, ladders, and conduit above and below ground, and align underground electrical routing with other site utilities.
Design indoor and outdoor lighting controls.
Manage contractors through execution of assigned electrical scopes.
Contribute to Tesla specifications and standards, and attend factory acceptance tests for medium-voltage switchgear and transformers.
Work closely with construction, quality, testing, commissioning, and other external stakeholders.
Uphold and actively promote sustainability principles in daily work, operating in line with Tesla Global Environmental, Health, Safety & Security Policy and EMAS requirements, and foster a culture of continuous environmental improvement.

Desired Qualifications

Hands-on German project delivery in commercial, residential, or industrial settings; industrial building experience is also desirable.
A fire-alarm system design certificate to DIN 14675.
German language proficiency.

Category	Construction & Facilities
Location	Grünheide (Mark), Brandenburg
Requisition ID	289177
Type	Full-time

Job Description

Tesla was founded in 2003 with the goal of accelerating the transition to sustainable energy and protecting the planet Earth. Through solar energy, batteries, and electric vehicles, we are building a world of amazing abundance.At Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg, we manufacture the Model Y, and starting in 2027, we’ll produce everything from battery cells to electric vehicles. This is unique in Europe. Our international team consists of over 12,000 employees from 130 countries. We hire talent at all skill levels - prior experience in the automotive industry is not required. Would you like to help write the next chapter in Tesla’s success story and work at one of Germany’s most modern workplaces? Then this is the right place for you!Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Senior Electrical Design Engineer for Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg. The Gigafactory design team drives to create the factory of the future by overseeing the design of cutting-edge large-scale equipment and utility systems to support highly innovating manufacturing processes.

Job Responsibilities

Take part in early detailed design and balance product specifications, equipment needs, layout complexity, cost, quality, and lead time
Lead design and coordination of site-wide medium-voltage power distribution, including underground and above-ground installations, HV/MV switchyard development, public-utility interface, and HV line design
Specify and coordinate MV switchgear, transformers, LV main switchgear, main and sub-distribution boards, and secondary systems (protection, control, interlocking, and communication)
Define switching procedures for MV and LV, breaker coordination and selectivity, time-coordination curves, load flow, and technical parameters for power-distribution equipment
Produce schematics and layouts for power-supply systems, equipment, and distribution boards — single lines, wiring diagrams, and component technical data
Route MV and LV cables for all electrical systems on trays, ladders, and conduit, above and below ground, and align underground electrical routing with other site utilities
Design indoor and outdoor lighting controls
Manage contractors through execution of assigned electrical scopes
Contribute to Tesla specifications and standards, and attend factory acceptance tests for MV switchgear and transformers
Work closely with construction, quality, testing, commissioning, and other external stakeholders

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical or Construction Engineering, or evidence of exceptional ability
5+ years in a comparable field
Proven stakeholder management, internally and with external partners
Strong command of medium- and low-voltage power and lighting distribution, grounding and lightning protection, and very-low-voltage systems (IT passive infrastructure, fire alarm, surveillance)
Hands-on German project delivery (commercial, residential, or industrial) is a plus; industrial building experience is nice to have, not a must
Fire-alarm system design certificate to DIN 14675 is an advantage
Working knowledge of Revit and German codes (VDE, DIN)
Clear communication in English; German is preferred

Benefits

Not only do we offer you an attractive compensation package, but also access to a wide range of perks and benefits. For example:

Our own medical center, a gym and an in-house barbershop
E-bike charging stations in front of the factory, more than 500 free charging stations for electric cars, a bike leasing program, free use of the nextbike bike-sharing fleet, as well as numerous free shuttle bus routes to Grünheide and the surrounding areas
You’ll receive subsidized canteen meals, a free S-membership at the Urban Sports Club (discount from M+) and you can sign up for many language courses
We also offer all employees a wide range of insurance options, such as a company pension plan, as well as discounts on private insurance and legal protection insurance

These and many other benefits await you. Join Tesla and help us build a world of amazing abundance.

Candidates are expected to uphold and actively promote sustainability principles in their daily work, operating in line with Tesla Global Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS&S) Policy and EMAS requirements, fostering a culture of continuous environmental improvement.

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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