Facilities Commissioning Field Engineer, Controls Systems

What to Expect

Tesla's Cell Infrastructure team is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Field Controls Commissioning Engineer to support commissioning and startup activities for new and retrofitted facilities during shutdowns, startups, expansions, and new project development. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in Mechanical Systems (Wet & Dry).

In this role you will ensure that all mechanical equipment and systems are installed correctly, function as per design intent, and meet operational requirements and safety standards before project handover. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, hands-on field experience, and strong problem-solving skills. This role requires technical expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to effectively support multiple teams. Travel is expected up to 10-20%.

What You’ll Do

• Develop, review, and execute detailed commissioning plans, procedures, and checklists for mechanical systems, including HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), plumbing, process piping, rotating equipment (chillers, compressors, pumps, ect), static equipment, and other associated equipment
• Review mechanical design documents, submittals, P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), and specifications to ensure compliance, constructability and operability
• Perform and/or conduct factory acceptance inspections, site inspections, pre-functional checks and functional performance testing to verify the quality of mechanical equipment installation, system operation against design specifications and adherence to project standards
• Witness and document equipment startup and testing performed by internal parties, contractors and vendors
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical system issues, ensuring timely and effective solutions

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a field engineering position with preference in commissioning or operations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and documentation skills with ability to understand complex problems and distill the message into a clear plan
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make sound judgments under pressure while still promoting a strong safety culture
• Strong background in aspects of mechanical systems with a desire to continue learning and growing
• Must be willing to travel 10-20% of the time