Facilities Mechanical Engineer

Tesla•Buffalo, NY

About The Position

Tesla is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Sr. Facilities Mechanical Engineer to join our team at Gigafactory New York in Buffalo. In this critical role, you will take accountability of assigned facilities system(s), overseeing the integration, operation, and maintenance of facilities systems. Your work will directly contribute to ensuring that Tesla’s manufacturing processes run smoothly, efficiently, and safely, aligning with our mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. You will be expected to drive operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, system optimization, cost-saving initiatives, and innovation, while embodying Tesla’s culture of excellence, collaboration, and mentorship. Perform daily operations functions to ensure the plant remains compliant with all safety and regulatory standards, maintaining a safe and efficient working environment Manage multiple facility projects, capital improvement initiatives, and operational tasks simultaneously, seamlessly switching between projects while ensuring timely completion within established deadlines Develop, document, and continuously improve operations and maintenance procedures for facility systems, ensuring clarity and adherence to best practices Develop mechanical/process equipment and utility design drawings in Revit Prepare engineering specifications for bid invitations, conduct bid evaluations, conform bids for purchase, evaluate quotes for preventative maintenance activities, and develop specs and proposals for equipment and services with vendors Coordinate downtime activities between maintenance, construction, and production teams to minimize disruptions and ensure smooth plant operations Drive root cause analysis on process or asset failures, identify opportunities for innovation, and work across sites to determine commonality and implement best practices Mentor and coach facilities technicians and operators, ensuring established efficiency and safety targets are met, while fostering a culture of collaboration, development, and excellence Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience in the operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of mechanical systems, including chillers, boilers, compressors, air dryers, air handling units, fans, pumps, heat exchangers, cooling towers, dehumidification units, and heat recovery systems
Proficiency in HVAC load calculations, hydraulic analysis, and software tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, MS Office, MS Project, and CMMS systems
Proven ability to identify opportunities for innovation and make recommendations supported by thorough analysis, consistent with code and best engineering practices
Demonstrated experience in driving root cause analysis and implementing best practices across sites
Capable of managing multiple complex projects simultaneously while directing and overseeing the work of junior staff
Capable of developing mechanical / process equipment and utility design drawings in Revit
Strong organizational and time management skills with a keen attention to detail
Ability to develop specs, proposals, and cost/ROI analysis for equipment and services
Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams, including Maintenance, Operations, and Construction, to ensure seamless plant operations
Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

Overseeing the integration, operation, and maintenance of facilities systems
Drive operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, system optimization, cost-saving initiatives, and innovation
Perform daily operations functions to ensure the plant remains compliant with all safety and regulatory standards, maintaining a safe and efficient working environment
Manage multiple facility projects, capital improvement initiatives, and operational tasks simultaneously, seamlessly switching between projects while ensuring timely completion within established deadlines
Develop, document, and continuously improve operations and maintenance procedures for facility systems, ensuring clarity and adherence to best practices
Develop mechanical/process equipment and utility design drawings in Revit
Prepare engineering specifications for bid invitations, conduct bid evaluations, conform bids for purchase, evaluate quotes for preventative maintenance activities, and develop specs and proposals for equipment and services with vendors
Coordinate downtime activities between maintenance, construction, and production teams to minimize disruptions and ensure smooth plant operations
Drive root cause analysis on process or asset failures, identify opportunities for innovation, and work across sites to determine commonality and implement best practices
Mentor and coach facilities technicians and operators, ensuring established efficiency and safety targets are met, while fostering a culture of collaboration, development, and excellence

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