Facilities Project Engineer
About the job
- Lead engineering planning and design for facility modernization projects.
- Perform facility assessments and site investigations.
- Develop engineering solutions for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, and facility infrastructure projects.
- Review architectural and engineering design documents for technical accuracy and constructability.
- Develop technical specifications and engineering documentation.
- Support sustainable building initiatives and energy-efficient facility improvements.
- Develop Statements of Work for construction and facility projects.
- Prepare Independent Government Cost Estimates.
- Support technical evaluations during procurement activities.
- Monitor contractor performance during construction.
- Conduct field inspections and quality assurance reviews.
- Review change orders and provide engineering recommendations.
- Manage project punch lists through final acceptance.
- Provide engineering support for HVAC, electrical distribution, emergency generators, UPS systems, plumbing, roofing, and building infrastructure.
- Develop preventive maintenance strategies.
- Perform facility condition assessments.
- Assist with capital improvement planning.
- Support operational readiness for newly completed projects.
- Support OSHA compliance initiatives.
- Assist with fire protection and life safety systems.
- Support environmental compliance and sustainability programs.
- Assist with hazardous material management.
- Support physical security improvements, including access control systems, video surveillance systems, security barriers, and facility hardening.
- Assist with water and energy management initiatives.
- Support facility planning activities.
- Assist with space planning and utilization.
- Support real estate and leasing actions.
- Develop facility policies and procedures.
- Prepare engineering reports and executive presentations.
- Develop project budgets.
- Track maintenance and construction projects using project management software.
About the company
Tesla Laboratories provides cyber security, intelligence analysis, financial management, and program management services to federal customers, focusing on the IC and DoD, mainly through subcontracting and prime contracting. It uses a strong business development team to lead or support proposals and aims to be a dependable small-business partner while pursuing prime roles on select projects, including participation in the GSA OASIS Pool 2 program. Its differentiators include a proven DoD financial management background with audit readiness and internal controls services, plus applying IC cyber security capabilities to DoD clients in collaboration with larger firms. The company’s goal is to grow as a leading small-business partner in IC/DoD programs by teaming with larger firms and expanding its cyber security and financial management offerings.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Seed
Total Funding
$250K
Headquarters
Arlington, Virginia
Founded
2004
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- NASA awarded Tesla Laboratories $5.4M KFESS IV work through September 30, 2026.
- DHS lists Tesla Laboratories as incumbent on TSA revenue-reporting recompete, targeted for Q3 FY2026.
- January 2026 brought a $211.6K National Park Service BPA, showing fresh booking momentum.
What critics are saying
- Tesla Laboratories faces $7.7M of recompetes within 24 months, including two in six months.
- NASA drives 77% of obligations; one agency loss would hit revenue fast.
- Its MAS period ended June 28, 2026, and high concentration creates existential recompete risk.
What makes Tesla Laboratories unique
- Tesla Laboratories blends NASA facilities engineering with DHS financial controls and federal cybersecurity work.
- NASA, DHS, and VA incumbencies diversify a small-biz federal portfolio beyond single-program dependence.
- The firm holds SDVOSB and MAS access, helping win set-aside task orders quickly.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Performance Bonus
- Referral Bonuses
- Professional Development Budget