Sr. Facilities Mechanical Engineer

Description:
We are seeking an accomplished Senior Facilities Engineer – Mechanical to lead and support our advanced manufacturing operations. This role is critical in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and scalability of our facilities infrastructure, with a strong focus on production environments, HVAC systems, chillers, cooling towers, welding gas delivery systems, air compressors, and related mechanical equipment. The successful candidate will bring 7+ years of hands-on experience in both design and operations, combining strategic engineering leadership with practical problem-solving in high-tech manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities:
Provide technical leadership for mechanical systems supporting manufacturing, including cleanroom HVAC, process cooling, cooling towers, compressed air, and thermal fluid systems
Lead the design, specification, installation, and commissioning of new facilities equipment and mechanical infrastructure
Drive optimization and troubleshooting of existing systems to improve reliability, performance, and energy efficiency
Serve as the subject matter expert in production environments, such as welding stations, paint-booths, assembly areas, ensuring compliance with environmental control requirements and industry standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, EHS, quality, and R&D, to align facilities capabilities with operational goals
Develop preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for critical mechanical assets
Oversee vendor management, bid processes, and capital project execution for mechanical upgrades and expansions
Provide mentorship to junior engineers and technical staff

Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
7+ years of progressive experience in facilities mechanical engineering within manufacturing, semiconductor, or petro-chemical-based industries
Proven expertise in both design and operations of mechanical systems, including HVAC, building controls, cooling towers, chillers, and compressed air systems
Strong understanding of mechanical codes (ASME, ASHRAE, etc.), Building control systems, and energy management principles
Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale capital projects from concept through commissioning
Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to balance technical, operational, and business priorities
Proficient in facilities engineering software tools, CAD, and energy modeling
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface at all organizational levels

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