Sr. Mechanical Engineer

  • Tesla
  • Austin, Texas
  • Full Time
Teslas Factory Engineering team is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to play a pivotal role in building our Texas Gigafactory.Help create and optimize the factory of the future by bringing conceptual designs to life, produce cutting-edge detailed design of mechanical systems and other factory utility systems that are fully integrated with manufacturing processes. This permanent, full-time position is in Austin, TX. Mechanical system engineering design from conceptual design through construction administration

Coordinating with multiple disciplines to ensure projects are delivered within budget and schedule

Research and contribute with innovative and traditional ideas to solve challenging and difficult engineering problems

Provide basis of design, sequence of operation and design contract drawings

Coordinate design between different disciplines and perform construction administration to ensure correct installation

7+ years experience designing and or construction of HVAC or industrial mechanical systems

Knowledge in chiller plant, boiler plant, piping and ductwork design, HVAC load calculations, and industrial exhaust system design. Plumbing or fire sprinkler system design experience is a plus

Working towards Professional Engineer registration for Texas

Working knowledge in the use of following applications Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, engineering calculation tools and equipment selection software

Familiar with International Energy Conservation, Mechanical, Plumbing and Fire Protection Codes, NFPA 68, 69, 72, 90A, 90B and 92 standards, SMACNA duct construction standards, ACGIH Ventilation Practices, and ASHRAE

Construction administration experience

Problem solving skills in a fast paced environment

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
Job ID: 522318217
Originally Posted on: 5/24/2026

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