Mechanical Engineer, Rotating & Static Equipment, Refining Technology

What to Expect
Imagine a world where infinite clean energy isn’t a promise, it’s a reality. Enabling abundant, clean energy production requires a complex supply of refined materials that are to become the backbone of Tesla’s solar manufacturing ecosystem. Tesla’s Refining Technology Team is responsible for the implementation of production processes at never-before-seen scale. If you’re a highly motivated and purpose-driven Mechanical Engineer ready to solve problems that have never been solved before, this is your moment. Join us in turning the sun’s power into the world’s most abundant, accessible energy source.
What You’ll Do

• Drive specification sheets required for sourcing Mechanical Equipment (Static and Rotating, i.e. pumps, tanks, agitators, heat exchangers)
• Develop financial estimates for equipment for technoeconomic analysis inputs
• Lead process equipment selection, including tradeoffs and design
• Compile Request for Quotation (RFQ) Documents for vendors and complete technical bid evaluations for determining the best vendor for Tesla
• Evaluate vendor capability to meet project technical and lead-time goals
• Responsible for vendors, ensuring timely delivery of engineering deliverables and equipment
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, civil, controls teams to ensure prompt review and delivery of deliverables required for process equipment installation
• Procure new equipment / change existing equipment design as needs arise
• Develop commissioning and ramp plan including process setpoints, KPIs, and go/no-go criteria
• Coordinate with production engineers to develop SOPs, Standard Operating Conditions, Alarm Rationalization, etc.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 2-8 years experience in a mechanical engineering role with a focus in plant design including demonstrated practical experience in large operating plants/refineries
• Strong fundamental understanding of engineering principles (e.g., mass & energy balances, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to use first-principles reasoning to fill knowledge gaps
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment
• Familiarity with Mechanical Design Software preferred (Autodesk, Solidworks)
• Experience analyzing datasets and using data visualization tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint) to build a business case or present data
• Familiarity with International Codes and Standards (ASME, API, ISO, OSHA)
• Willingness to travel to Project Sites (Up to 50% Travel)