Mechanical Engineer, Infrastructure Programs

Tesla is revolutionizing energy sustainability through cutting-edge engineering. We're seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design efforts for groundbreaking Engineering-Procurement-Construction (EPC) projects. This role is pivotal in developing next-generation production infrastructure, enabling unprecedented manufacturing scale and efficiency. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about solving complex challenges, this is your chance to shape the future of sustainable energy. The position is in Houston, TX or Austin, TX.

In this role, you will be asked to be the primary mechanical engineering lead for the design and engineering efforts to support construction of infrastructure development, from concept level to production.

• Lead all mechanical design and concept evaluations and decisions, leading to completion of construction drawings for permit and construction execution. Includes wet (cooling water) and dry (air) systems. Manage multiple projects throughout planning, design, bid, and construction phases
• Interface with external Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) firms during bid and project execution phases as needed to ensure that designs and specifications meet our Engineering Standards. Drive support staff, internal and 3rd-party engineers
• Make technical assumptions, think independently to complete assigned work, and draw conclusions based on engineering judgement
• Effectively and proactively communicate project needs, changes, and status to internal and external team members. Develop and mentor less experienced engineering staff
• Present design concepts and progress at project milestones (30%, 60%, 90%, IFC) design reviews to stakeholders and multi-discipline teams
• Able to develop quantity take-offs and assist with cost estimating for projects in short time frames
• Apply engineering fundamentals and a broad set of mechanical engineering tools to solve technical problems and create novel detailed designs for a wide range of mechanical and process systems
• Bachelor s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Minimum 10 of years HVAC and Process Systems design experience
• Registered and in good standing as a Professional Engineer (PE) with active NCEES record and ability to acquire State PE license
• Professional design experience in a wide range of project types including industrial cooling tower systems, chiller plants, boiler plants, office, mission critical/data centers, restaurant, high tech/R&D, bio-tech/pharmaceutical and industrial
• Fundamental understanding of mechanical systems including, not limited to; Dehumidification Units, Air Scrubbers, Dust Collectors, Heat Exchangers (shell/tube, plate/frame, brazed fin), Chillers, Cooling Towers, Pumps, Compressors, process gas/fluid systems, Air Handling Units, Terminal Units, Fans / Blowers, Pumps, Control Valves and Instrumentation, Hazardous Exhaust, Dehumidification Units, Heat Recovery Systems
• Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards related to assigned engineering discipline. Including International Codes Council (ICC) Suite of Codes (codes including Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, Energy Conservation, Fuel Gas, and Fire Codes), ASHRAE Handbooks / Standards, SMACNA Standards, NFPA Standards, related ASME & ANSI codes
• Proficient in the use of various computer programs such as HVAC load calculations in HAP, Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit, Revisto, and Navisworks