Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Design Manager - Electrical

Electrical EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeLathrop, CA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering field, or equivalent experience.
At least five years of professional experience on industrial or manufacturing infrastructure or MEP projects, with an electrical systems focus.
Working knowledge of all engineering disciplines, with a proven ability to coordinate engineering resources to deliver IFP and IFC packages.
Ability to coordinate multiple disciplines and stakeholders without direct authority.
Strong communication and documentation skills; organization; and ability to work in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
Familiarity with Bluebeam and CAD/Revit to review drawings and packages.

Responsibilities

Own the full design lifecycle of assigned small-to-medium projects from concept through IFC.
Organize and manage design reviews, packages, and deliverables, including SOW, kickoff, 30/60/90%, IFP, and IFC.
Drive internal engineering resources and external EORs/consultants; review packages for Tesla standards, constructability, and schedule.
Coordinate across mechanical, structural, electrical, process, construction, and manufacturing stakeholders.
Take packages through permitting with the City of Lathrop and other AHJs, including comment closeout.
Manage RFIs, submittals, and field issues during construction.
Translate manufacturing and process (EQM) requirements into clear design scope.
Track schedule, consultant deliverables, and resource gaps; flag issues early.

Desired Qualifications

AHJ/permit experience.
BIM coordination.

Category	Construction & Facilities
Location	Lathrop, California
Requisition ID	278727
Type	Full-time

Job Description

Design Manager with an electrical background for manufacturing infrastructure in Lathrop. You will manage the full design lifecycle of assigned projects, concept through IFC, including consultant/EOR management, design packages, permitting, and coordination across disciplines and stakeholders (manufacturing, construction, EHS, and other engineering teams). An electrical background is required (switchgear, substations, busway, electrical panels (480v / 208v systems) equipment feeds, tool power, and emergency/standby); you will still own the overall project design, not electrical scope alone. You will own small-to-medium projects end-to-end, including cost, schedule, and deliverables. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to drive multi-disciplinary work under tight timelines. This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports.

Job Responsibilities

Own the full design lifecycle of assigned small-to-medium projects from concept through IFC
Organize and manage design reviews, packages, and deliverables (SOW, kickoff, 30/60/90%, IFP, IFC)
Drive internal engineering resources and external EORs/consultants; review packages for Tesla standards, constructability, and schedule
Coordinate across mechanical, structural, electrical, process, construction, and manufacturing stakeholders
Take packages through permitting with the City of Lathrop and other AHJs, including comment closeout
Manage RFIs, submittals, and field issues during construction
Translate manufacturing and process (EQM) requirements into clear design scope
Track schedule, consultant deliverables, and resource gaps; flag issues early

Job Requirements

Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering field or, equivalent experience
5+ years of professional experience on industrial or manufacturing infrastructure / MEP projects, with an electrical systems focus
Working knowledge of all engineering disciplines, with a proven ability to coordinate engineering resources to deliver IFP and IFC packages
Ability to coordinate multiple disciplines and stakeholders without direct authority
AHJ / permit experience preferred
Strong communication and documentation skills; organized; works well in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
Familiarity with Bluebeam and CAD/Revit to review drawings and packages. BIM coordination a plus
On site 5 days a week in Lathrop, CA

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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