Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Utility Estimator

Construction ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAustin, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience, is required.
At least 2 years of experience estimating power generation projects, emphasizing medium- and high-voltage substations; experience in utility-scale photovoltaic or battery storage is preferred.
Knowledge of procurement, cost trade-offs between equipment vendors, and construction or manufacturing sequences with time allocations is required.
Strong written and verbal communication and the ability to provide technical guidance are required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, advanced Excel, computer-aided design, and data analysis is required.
Experience in fast-paced organizations and the ability to prioritize multiple projects or tasks are required.

Responsibilities

Create estimates and firm bids for utility-scale battery storage and photovoltaic projects, including labor, materials, equipment, subcontracting, permitting, interconnection, and ancillary costs.
Develop and maintain cost estimating tools and databases using historical data from previous projects, quotes, productivity reports, and value-engineering efforts.
Participate in design, pre-construction, construction, commissioning, and post-mortem processes.
Support new product initiatives and mentor engineers to drive excellence and standardization.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in utility-scale photovoltaic or battery storage projects is preferred.

Category	Engineering & Information Technology
Location	AUSTIN, Texas
Requisition ID	287701
Type	Full-time

Job Description

As a Utility Estimator, you will serve as a key technical member of a pre-construction team. Your primary focus will be preparing and tracking detailed EPC cost estimates for complex turn-key battery energy storage, solar, and microgrid projects using Tesla technology. You'll also build and maintain internal tools and processes for the estimating team. The Energy Projects team is a cross-functional group responsible for the engineering and execution of solar and storage projects. This includes development, design, analysis, project management, estimation, construction, and commissioning. Positioned centrally within business development, Tesla technology, and project deployment across the Americas, team members drive success across a wide range of applications. This role requires a passion for transforming energy infrastructure in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Expect a rock-solid work ethic, team orientation, creativity, and passion for innovation in a dynamic tech landscape.

Job Responsibilities

Create estimates and firm bids for utility-scale battery storage and PV projects, including labor, materials, equipment, subcontracting, permitting, interconnection, and ancillary costs
Develop and maintain cost estimating tools and databases using historical data from previous projects, quotes, productivity reports, and value-engineering efforts
Participate in design, pre-construction, construction, commissioning, and post-mortem processes
Support new product initiatives and mentor engineers to drive excellence and standardization

Job Requirements

Degree in Engineering, or equivalent in experience
2+ years' experience estimating power generation projects, emphasizing MV/HV substations (experience in utility-scale PV or battery storage preferred)
Knowledge of procurement, cost trade-offs between equipment vendors, and construction or manufacturing sequences with time allocations
Strong written and verbal communications, and ability to provide technical guidance
Proficiency in MS Office, advanced Excel, CAD, and data analysis
Experience in fast-paced organizations with ability to prioritize multiple projects or tasks

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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