Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Mechanical Design Engineer - Recycling

Design EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeHutto, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least 4 years of mechanical experience in a commercial-scale manufacturing environment; experience specializing in chemical process equipment is ideal.
Strong mechanical fundamentals and demonstrated ability to apply engineering judgment to real-world equipment and manufacturing problems.
Experience designing, procuring, installing, and commissioning capital equipment.
Hands-on experience supporting operating equipment, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis, repair scopes, and design improvements.
Proficiency with 3D computer-aided design tools.
Working knowledge of fabrication, machining, welding, and assembly processes.
Familiarity with applicable engineering codes and standards, including ASME, API, and PIP.
Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to engage in technical discussions across engineering disciplines.
Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

Provide technical ownership and review of mechanical designs for quality, feasibility, constructability, safety, and adherence to best practices.
Work projects through concept development, detailed design, procurement, fabrication, installation, and commissioning.
Partner with maintenance, operations, controls, environmental health and safety, and quality teams to ensure projects meet production, reliability, and safety requirements.
Perform mechanical troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement during installation and commissioning.
Conduct walkdowns with site representatives to verify proper installation.
Develop construction plans that consider arrival time and rigging strategy.
Coordinate building and utilities construction with infrastructure teams based on equipment needs.
Review and comment on incoming vendor documents, including calculations, drawings, and data sheets, to ensure accuracy and conformance to codes, specifications, and practices.
Develop conceptual layouts and cost studies as needed.
Confirm pressure vessels meet ASME Section VIII, Division 1 and ASME B31.3 requirements.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	Hutto, Texas
Requisition ID	271526
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<p> </p><p>Tesla’s is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to work on a critical challenge facing the world’s energy transition – Battery Recycling. In this role, you will oversee the deployment of commercial scale assets that enable Tesla to recover critical metals from scrap streams. </p>

Job Responsibilities

Provide technical ownership and review of mechanical designs for quality, feasibility, constructability, safety, and adherence to best practices
Work projects through concept development, detailed design, procurement, fabrication, installation, and commissioning
Partner closely with maintenance, operations, controls, EHS, and quality teams to ensure projects meet production, reliability, and safety requirements
Execute mechanical troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement efforts during installation and commissioning
Conduct walkdowns with site representatives to verify proper installation
Develop construction plan taking into consideration arrival time, and rigging strategy
Coordinate building and utilities construction with infrastructure teams based on equipment needs
Review and comment on incoming vendor documents (calculations, drawings, data sheets etc.) to ensure accuracy, conformance to codes/specification/practices
Develop conceptual layouts and cost studies as necessary
Confirm pressure vessels meet ASME Sec VIII, Div. 1 and ASME B 31.3 requirements

Job Requirements

Degree or Equivalent Experience in Mechanical Engineering or related field
4+ years of mechanical experience in a commercial scale manufacturing environment, ideally specializing in chemical process equipment
Strong mechanical fundamentals with demonstrated ability to apply engineering judgement to real-world equipment and manufacturing problems
Experience designing, procuring, installing, and commissioning capital equipment
Hands-on experience supporting operating equipment, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis, repair scopes, and design improvements
Proficiency with 3D CAD tools
Working knowledge of fabrication, machining, welding, and assembly processes
Familiarity with applicable engineering codes and standards (ASME, API, PIP)
Strong organizational and communication skills, with ability to engage in technical discussions across engineering disciplines
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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