What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Manager, Electrical position at Tesla Motors, Inc.?
What to Expect
What You'll Do
What You'll Bring
Compensation and Benefits
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
We are seeking an exceptional Electrical Design Manager to join our energy infrastructure engineering team. In this high-impact role, you will lead end-to-end design and engineering for critical construction and infrastructure projects supporting our manufacturing facilities-from initial concept through final build.While your primary expertise will be electrical systems, you will also bring the breadth to understand, coordinate, and support other engineering disciplines. You willownthe full design process, drive cross-functional execution, and ensure seamless delivery of high-quality infrastructure that advances our mission.The ideal candidate will have a proven background in engineering (electrical focus preferred), construction, and project management.Highly organized, detail-oriented leader with a track record of successfully driving complex, multi-disciplinary projects.Outstanding ability to unite diverse teams, remove obstacles, and deliver results under demanding timelines.Self-motivated, disciplined, and thrives in a high-accountability, fast-paced culture.
What You'll Do
- Own and drive the full design and engineering lifecycle for construction and infrastructure projects from concept through delivery to meet aggressive goals
- Organize and manage all design reviews, packages, and deliverables (including SOW, kick-off, MDR, 30/60/90%, IFP, and IFC) to support every stage of construction
- Define strategies for design, engineering, construction, and permit packages while managing permitting documents, transmittals, and RFIs
- Lead technical planning, scope development, change management, programming, and engineering services throughout the project
- Distill, document, and manage scope effectively; translate stakeholder requirements into clear project deliverables in a highly dynamic environment
- Coordinate project schedules with Construction and Procurement teams to ensure overall schedule success
- Own the project funding request process in collaboration with the construction team and manage customer requests
- Identify resource needs and gaps across project stages; implement innovative design methodologies and lean/BIM-integrated approaches to support fast-track schedules
- Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships to drive program alignment and influence teams without direct authority
- Apply deep understanding of project delivery methods (design-bid-build, IPD, fast-track) and solve complex infrastructure challenges through objective thinking and strong interpersonal skills
What You'll Bring
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering field or, equivalent experience
- 5 years of professional experience, including managing multi-disciplinary teams within A/E firms and complex MEP projects
- Strong understanding of all engineering disciplines with proven ability to manage engineering resources effectively
- Demonstrated track record delivering IFB, IFP, and IFC packages
- Experience designingManufacturingfacilities,industrial facilities, chemical/process systems, and site infrastructure developments
- Proven experience working with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) and building strong relationships with local jurisdictions
- On site 5 days a week in Lathrop, CA
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
Expected Compensation
$86,400 - $189,000/annual salary cash and stock awards benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Salary : $86,400 - $189,000