Industrial Electrical Engineering Technician, Facilities

Description:
The ideal
candidate will possess a comprehensive background in electrical construction
commissioning with a strong emphasis on electrical acceptance testing &
turnover acceptance at Gigafactory Texas. This individual will be responsible
for ensuring the successful transition of electrical systems from construction
to operational status, ensuring assets meet safety, performance, and Tesla
Specifications.

Responsibilities:
Plan and coordinate medium voltage energization activities, including vendor meetings, equipment inspections, documentation reviews, and switching procedures
Evaluate protective settings and system parameters to ensure proper functionality and protection
Collaborate with operations, construction, engineering, QA, and facilities teams to support commissioning activities and resolve electrical issues
Provide technical guidance and share lessons learned with construction and design teams regarding modeling and utility routing
Lead commissioning and startup of all electrical systems from medium voltage (up to 25kV) to low voltage, including coordination with 3rd party vendors and manufacturers.
Perform system handover walks, track and close open issues, and ensure complete turnover of documentation to operations and maintenance teams
Troubleshoot VFDs, switchgear, and motors (120V–25kV) and work from heights using lifts
Interpret electrical schematics and blueprints to plan, install, troubleshoot, and modify electrical systems

Requirements:
Must have a minimum of 5+ years related work experience as an Industrial or Commercial Electrician,  experience in data center or critical infrastructure maintenance is preferred but not required
Knowledge in using hand tools, electrical meters, and testing equipment specific to data center applications
Proficiency in sizing conductors, conduits, and using the NEC Code Book for electrical work within a data center
Experience with electrical systems spanning from 24VDC to 120/277-480/4160/25kV AC, with a strong background in troubleshooting motor controls, drives, and electronic components in data centers.
Ability to install electrical equipment and perform circuit modifications within a data center environment, interpret electrical prints and schematics, ensuring proper installation and modification of electrical systems
Must have strong interpersonal skills, along with the ability to interact with all levels of management; must demonstrate a high degree of initiative, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Ability to interpret electrical prints and schematics, ensuring proper installation and modification of electrical systems

Essential Physical Demands
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day
Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day, including over varied and uneven terrain
Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs., including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs
Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install parts Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours a day
Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures
Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, reflective vest, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines

Compensation & Benefits:
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