Facilities Gas & Chemical Engineer

We are seeking a motivated and energetic Gas & Chemical Engineer to support the facilities gas and chemical systems across Tesla's Giga Nevada. This individual will play a critical role in managing and owning all systems by developing projects to improve system energy consumption, reliability and driving operational and system efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts to identify system improvements and equipment modifications to improve safety, reliability, maintainability, and operability of the gas & chemical systems

• Manage, generate, and implement corrective action plans for system repairs, replacements, and modifications

• Drive compliance with local and federal regulations, site and corporate Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) guidelines

• Act as facilities gas & chemical system subject matter expert and collaborate with design and construction team to ensure reliable system design and operation

• Manage system start-up and handover process post construction and commissioning

• Develop and successfully implement operational procedures, alarm management, capacity and demand management, maintenance planning and execution, safe practices are followed, best practices are shared and implemented among the facilities teams

• Lead continuous improvement efforts within the team in terms of production, cost, efficiency, reliability, quality, 5S, and environmental issues

• Effectively respond and support facilities operational process issues in a 24/7 production

Requirements

• Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience

• 2-3 or more years of gas & chemical systems operations experience; semiconductor facility, refining, or battery manufacturing facility support preferred

• Experience with gas & chemical system full project cycle, including developing design basis, development of sequence of operations, commissioning sequence planning, system testing, and startup

• Some experience in process hazard reviews and analysis including HAZOP/HAZID/SIL studies and responsible for actions close-out

• Must be well versed in root cause analysis methodologies, failure mode analysis and SPC

• Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure environment and under adverse conditions

• Effective verbal and written communications skills along with strong attention to detail, flexibility, and prioritization

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:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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