Associate Facilities Operations Engineer
Tesla · Sparks, NV · 1 mo ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
What You'll Do
- Operate and monitor boiler and steam system, chemical refinery, and other utility equipment in a 24/7 production facility to ensure reliable service to all areas of the site.
- Troubleshoot alarms and instrument readings that fall outside of normal operating parameters, diagnose and resolve equipment malfunctions and minimize downtime.
- Provide support for new equipment installation, startup, commissioning and sustaining operations.
- Maintain accurate records of operations and safety inspections by performing routine operator rounds of equipment and systems.
- Respond to system failures or emergencies, ensuring rapid resolution and minimal impact on operations.
- Champion and enforce adherence to OSHA, EPA, company safety protocols, and conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments.
- Improve the reliability of equipment and systems through collaboration with teammates and facilities engineers by identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and enhance product quality.
- Participate in engineering design and analysis tasks to support ongoing improvement projects on the site.
- Implement and sustain standard organizational practices and adhere to 5S practices.
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering, or the equivalent in experience.
- Hands-on experience with boiler/steam systems, chemical refining, industrial operations and Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) a plus.
- Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, SCADA and automated controls system operations.
- Open to schedule flexibility that will allow for a variety of shifts, including days, nights, and weekends.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills; ability to prepare and present reports and/or PowerPoint type presentations is essential.
- Competency in using most of the following software tools is desirable: Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit, BIM 360, Navisworks and excellent computer skills using the Microsoft Office platform (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, etc.).
- Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines.
- Ability to wear a full-face air-purifying respirator while performing mild or moderate exertional tasks.
- Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for 10+ hours per day. Lift at least 50 lbs., perform repetitive hand and wrist motions and sometimes may have to twist and bend body, ability to climb ladders/stairs, work in loud environment. Must be able to discern audible alarms.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, including but not limited to: Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist, and crawl for extended periods of time. Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures.
- Potential exposure to confined spaces and hazardous materials.
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction.
- Fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits.
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution.
- Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA.
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
- 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays.
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources.
- Tesla Babies program.
- Commuter benefits.
- Employee discounts and perks program, Tesla.