Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Lead Commissioning Engineer

Building Services EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeFremont, CA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A minimum of 7 years of experience leading commissioning operations.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and documentation skills, including the ability to understand complex problems and distill them into a clear plan.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make sound judgments under pressure.
Strong background in operating facilities, including machinery, instrumentation and controls, electrical and mechanical systems, fire protection systems, and advanced controls across multiple technologies.
Demonstrated operations and technical skills, including the ability to read P&IDs and isometrics, interpret design curves of field machinery, and perform function checks of field equipment.
Knowledge of process safety, health, and local environmental requirements.

Responsibilities

Lead site commissioning activities by implementing a project-specific commissioning plan for each assigned scope and incorporating key stakeholder requirements from Project, Manufacturing, Operations, and Facilities to ensure overall team success.
Manage and communicate commissioning risks.
Oversee the commissioning schedule and costs, submit funding requests, and coordinate rental equipment and material needs while maintaining the commissioning budget.
Ensure documentation for all commissioning activities is maintained and submitted via the completions database, and ensure all performance parameters of the plant are met.
Monitor quality assurance initiatives, including installation and assembly, alignment, cleanliness, and integrity of equipment being installed.
Ensure Tesla’s codes, standards, and specifications are followed during commissioning of mechanical activities.
Drive preparation of materials, equipment, and other resources needed for initial commissioning activities, projecting needs three months in advance.
Work with the QA team to verify equipment inspections before installation and hold team members accountable for schedule adherence and delays affecting commissioning.
Provide commissioning leadership in supporting or leading completion of Pre-Safety and Startup reviews and investigations and Root Cause Analysis to identify and implement sustainable corrective actions.
Use project management, equipment startup, construction, and mechanical and electrical utility systems expertise to guide project teams, identify process optimization opportunities, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Category	Construction & Facilities
Location	Fremont, California
Requisition ID	251858
Type	Full-time

Job Description

Tesla's Fremont Factory Infrastructure team is looking for an experienced Commissioning Engineer to oversee commissioning and startup activities for construction at Fremont Factory. As the site commissioning engineer, you will be responsible for developing and ensuring the successful implementation of Tesla’s commissioning framework. This role requires high technical expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage and guide a team.

Job Responsibilities

Lead site commissioning activities by implementing a project-specific commissioning plan for each assigned scope including incorporation of key stakeholder requirements (Project/Manufacturing/Operations/Facilities) to ensure overall team success
Manage and communicate commissioning risks
Oversee commissioning schedule, costs, submit funding requests, and coordinate rental equipment and material needs while maintaining the commissioning budget
Ensure documentation for all commissioning activities is maintained and submitted via completions database and meet all performance parameters of the plant
Monitor quality assurance initiatives including installation & assembly, alignment, cleanliness, integrity, etc. of the equipment being installed
Ensure Tesla’s codes, standards, and specifications are followed during commissioning of mechanical activities
Drive the preparation of materials, equipment, and other resources needed for initial commissioning activities, projecting needs 3 months in advance
Work with the QA team to verify equipment inspections before installation and hold team members accountable for schedule adherence and delays affecting commissioning
Provide Commissioning leadership in supporting / leading the completion of the Pre-Safety and Startup reviews (PSSR) and investigations and Root Cause Analysis to identify & implement sustainable corrective actions
Leverage your extensive background in project management, equipment startup, construction, and mechanical/electrical utility systems to provide specialized expertise and guidance to the project teams. Identify opportunities for process optimization and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Job Requirements

Minimum of 7 years of experience in leading commissioning operations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and documentation skills with ability to understand complex problems and distill the message into a clear plan
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make sound judgments under pressure
Strong background in all aspects of operating facilities including machinery, instrumentation and controls, electrical, mechanical systems, Fire Protection systems, and advanced controls across multiple technologies
Demonstrated operations and technical skills. Ability to read P&IDs, isometrics, interpret design curves of field machinery, & function checking of field equipment. Knowledgeable in process safety, health, and local environmental requirements

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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