Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, Cell Manufacturing, Factory Programs

What You'll Do

• Lead the development of mechanical system concepts, utility layouts, load requirements, and system specifications during early-stage feasibility and conceptual design phases
• Define and document all mechanical interfaces between cell manufacturing equipment and central factory systems, integrating them into the cell MFG Factory REVIT model
• Review and approve detailed mechanical design documents, including airflow diagrams, P&ID’s, schematics, and system layouts
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses to evaluate centralized vs. localized utility solutions (e.g., process cooling water, dust collection, HVAC)
• Apply first principles to size, optimize, and verify critical components: ducting, piping, chillers, cooling towers, boilers, fans, air handling units, pumps, and heat exchangers
• Collaborate with local factory engineering teams and regulatory authorities to ensure designs meet regional codes, standards, and permitting requirements
• Partner with internal and external Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) teams throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring design integrity, technical alignment
• Serve as the on-site technical lead during construction and commissioning, resolving critical issues in real time and ensuring system performance meets design intent
• Develop and maintain internal standards, specifications, and best practices for mechanical utility systems based on lessons learned and continuous improvement

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience with proven technical leadership
• 8+ years of hands-on experience in large-scale facility mechanical systems design, preferably in high-precision manufacturing environments such as cell production or semiconductors
• Proven experience in cleanroom / dryroom design, including environmental control, particle management, and pressure differentials
• Expertise in 3D modeling using Revit, with strong proficiency in AutoCAD 2D
• Experience with pipe flow and system modeling tools preferred (e.g., AFT Pipeflow, Aspen HYSYS, or equivalent)
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex technical projects through full lifecycle, from concept to commissioning, with strong organizational and documentation skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, able to influence cross-functional teams, explain technical concepts clearly, and resolve conflicts constructively
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to engineering excellence and continuous improvement

Benefits

Compensation and Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, 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
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
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
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program, Tesla