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Facilities Mechanical Engineer

Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Nevada, Sparks
1 Electric Avenue (Show on map)
Dec 23, 2025
What to Expect As Tesla continues to vertically integrate our operations' we're looking for a highly motivated Facilities Mechanical Engineer to work on a critical challenge facing the world's energy transition to sustainable energy. Sustaining, operating, and optimizing a first-of-a-kind battery facility. As a Facilities Mechanical Engineer, you will work closely with the design team, construction & commissioning team supporting projects from concept through design, installation, integration, ramp up, and long-term operations, sustainability & operations. What You'll Do Understand and validate operating procedures for mechanical facilities equipment, including HVAC systems, hydronics systems, pumps, heat exchangers, chillers, boilers and dehumidifiers Effectively respond and support facilities operational process issues in a 24/7 production setting Support cross functional teams to develop commissioning, startup, and operations plans for mechanical systems (e.g., HVAC, air handling system, dehumidifier systems, etc.) Support maintenance and reliability engineering team to increase system reliability and efficiency Interface heavily with design, construction and installation teams to assure quality system delivery. Interact with tenants and ensure all engineering requests are effectively addressed Track design and operational changes to systems using the MOC process Understand and apply Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) concepts and root cause failure analysis to open-ended problems Communicate effectively and timely to stakeholders and the required engineering team Ability to prioritize and manage a heavy workload to ensure high quality and productivity Develop commissioning, startup, and operations plans for mechanical systems (HVAC, dry air, gas/chemical, hydronic, etc.) What You'll Bring Degree in Mechanical Engineering or the equivalent in experience 5+ years of experience supporting facilities Operations experience in datacenter or high-tech manufacturing facilities is preferred Intermediate knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and systems, including pumps, pneumatics, fans, flow meters, air handling systems, industrial chilled water, heating, process piping, rotating equipment, mass and heat transfer Knowledge and experience with writing sequences of operation for Process mechanical system Strong experience in data and system analysis System commissioning and startup experience is a plus Compensation and Benefits Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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 Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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