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Dry Mechanical Engineer, Facilities

Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Austin
Jan 08, 2026
What to Expect We are seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer for our facilities team at Tesla Giga Texas. 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 Develop commissioning, startup, and operations plans for mechanical systems (HVAC, dry air, gas/chemical, hydronic, etc.) Lead field execution during commissioning and troubleshooting of facility system operational issues using first principles Create and modify maintenance and standard operating procedures (SOPs) and train personnel on new systems and proper operations Interface heavily with design and installation teams to assure quality system delivery Understand and apply Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) concepts and root cause failure analysis to open-ended problems Identify and implement improvement projects to increase facility system reliability and efficiency What You'll Bring Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience 2-3 years of mechanical engineering principles and systems including pumps, pneumatics, fans, flow meters, air handling systems, industrial chilled water, heating, process piping, rotating equipment, vibration analysis, and heat transfer Strong troubleshooting background and issue resolution Strong data and system analysis System commissioning and startup experience a plus 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