Facilities Commissioning Field Engineer, Mechanical Systems

Description:
Tesla's Facilities Infrastructure team is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Mechanical systems engineer to support commissioning and startup activities at new and existing facilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in Mechanical Systems. In this role you will report to the commissioning lead and ensure that all mechanical systems are installed correctly, function as designed, meet operational requirements, and safety standards before project handover. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, hands-on field experience, and strong problem-solving skills. Additionally, this role requires tenacity, a strategic mindset, and effective communication skills. Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities:
Develop, review, and execute detailed commissioning plans, procedures, and checklists for mechanical systems, including HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), process piping, rotating equipment (chillers, compressors, pumps, ect), static equipment, and associated controls systems
Review design documents, submittals, P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), controls narratives, and specifications to ensure compliance, constructability and operability
Perform and/or witness acceptance tests, site inspections, pre-functional checks and functional testing to ensure systems performance meets project standards
Witness and document equipment startup and testing performed by internal parties, contractors and vendors
Manage contractors and coordinate with internal resources to perform commissioning activities
Track mechanical scope & commissioning contractor progress, risks, budget, and schedule. Produce regular reports of those metrics
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical system issues, ensuring timely and effective solutions

Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or the equivalent in experience
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a field engineering position with preference in commissioning or operations
Hands-on field experience in planning and commissioning of piping systems, chilled water plants, compressed air, HVAC, and supporting control systems
Experience working in high tech manufacturing, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, healthcare, industrial utilities, or similar preferred
Familiarity with air/water balancing and equipment performance testing is highly preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and documentation skills with ability to understand complex problems and distill the message into a clear plan
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make sound judgments under pressure while still promoting a strong safety culture
A curious mindset with a desire to continue learning

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