Mechanical Engineer, Operations (Fremont Facilities)

Company: Tesla
Location: Fremont
Posted on: June 23, 2022

Job Description:

The Role:

Plant Engineering, Mechanical Engineer

Responsibilities:

* Operational engineering support to become the system expert for mechanical systems at the facility. The mechanical systems and equipment can include chillers, cooling towers, supply distribution piping and pumps, air compressors and dryers, air-handlers, make-up air units, VFDs, boilers, exhaust fans, heat exchangers, tanks, process cooling water systems, etc.
* Project Manager or Project engineer for upgrade projects
* Facility systems capacity planning, including the creation of system capacity and loading spreadsheets.
* Verifying that N+1 redundancy is maintained for critical systems
* Perform audits and studies of existing systems to determine upgrades.
* Assist with condition assessments of existing mechanical systems
* Develop project justification packages for existing and new mechanical systems. Should be able to justify new systems or equipment using ROI, total cost of ownership, reliability, performance, and energy efficiency calculations along with schedule impacts
* Work closely with the Maintenance and Operations team, troubleshooting and investigation when needed. Provide them with engineering support as needed to resolve equipment or systems operational issues.
* Create & modify maintenance and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
* Develop projects based on operational need and/or energy & cost conservation
* Train facilities personnel on new system and proper operations
* Work closely with the Design team as required to provide facilities planning and support for retrofits or expansions of manufacturing areas.
* Good communicator (verbal and written) who can maintain a friendly and open disposition while working with other teams.
* Good at multitasking and to keeping project data organized and up to date
* Enforce safely and environmental health procedures.

Requirements:

* BS in Mechanical Engineering
* 4+ years of experience in a Facilities Operations
* Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and systems including chillers, cooling towers, supply distribution piping and pumps, air compressors and dryers, air-handlers, make-up air units, VFDs, boilers, exhaust fans, heat exchangers, tanks, process cooling water systems.
* Vibration analysis and heat transfer knowledge is a benefit.
* Strong troubleshooting background and issue resolution
* Strong data and system analysis
* Strong teamwork and communication skills
* Intermediate project management skills
* Proven ability to work in a large, complex environment where you must adapt to meet company needs

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