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We are seeking a talented electrical Engineer for our site facilities team at Tesla Giga Texas with a focus on data center systems initially and eventually integrate with larger site shops (vehicle and cell manufacturing) offering career growth opportunities in the Teslaverse for the chosen candidate. This role will support commissioning, startup, operations, and maintenance of facilities systems on site. Come and join us to help accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.
What You’ll Do
- Own and operate site shops (i.e. – data center, vehicle and cell) electrical systems – medium and low voltage power distribution systems, UPSs, transformers, busway power delivery, switchgear, mechanical cooling system power distribution etc.
- Support engineering for the design, operation, improvement, and troubleshooting of facility electrical components and systems, including load flow analysis, equipment evaluation, grounding systems, substations, and power system studies
- Assist in coordinating downtime activities between maintenance, construction, and manufacturing teams to minimize disruptions
- Support electrical distribution improvement and resiliency projects using system risk analysis, power monitoring data, and detection methods
- Assist in troubleshooting electrical system problems, breaker coordination, arc flash studies, and tracking electrical load/capacity planning, including Protective Relays, Sequence of Operations, and SCADA
- Utilize CMMS system for reactive and preventative maintenance scheduling; assist in systemizing electrical system assets
- Identify and execute cost reduction opportunities to optimize impact of daily operational decisions on facilities budget
- Support oversight of equipment installation, operation, and maintenance to meet Tesla specified parameters
- Coordinate with system customers including data center IT, Central Utilities systems, Supercharging, Megapack, Solar, Manufacturing
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or the equivalent in experience and evidence of exceptional ability
- 2-5 years of operational facilities experience (data center, semiconductor, solar, battery, etc.) supporting high-tech infrastructure
- Lead field execution during commissioning and troubleshooting of facility system operational issues using first principles
- Ability to interface with multiple engineering disciplines
- Experience with Medium Voltage equipment, including operation/maintenance, basic troubleshooting, and familiarity with relays
- Demonstrated quick thinking abilities to reduce system downtime while accurately determining root cause with strong technical reasoning and data analysis is required
- Working knowledge of electric utility substation and distribution power systems, UPSs, switchgear, and ability to read electric utility system drawings (one-lines, three-lines, schematics, etc.)
- Familiarity with electric utility system safe work practices in accordance with OSHA, HAZMAT safety protocols, and applicable codes/standards (e.g., IEEE C37, C57); National Electrical Code, NFPA 70E, and IEEE 1584
- Knowledge of NEC NFPA 70, NFPA 70B, NETA-ATS, NETA-MTS, and electrical OEM recommendations
Compensation and 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
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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