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Lead Commissioning Engineer

Tesla Motors, Inc.
Fremont, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/3/2026
What to Expect

Tesla's Fremont Factory Infrastructure team is looking for an experienced Commissioning Engineer to oversee commissioning and startup activities for construction at Fremont Factory. As the site commissioning engineer, you will be responsible for developing and ensuring the successful implementation of Tesla's commissioning framework. This role requires high technical expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage and guide a team.

What You'll Do
  • Lead site commissioning activities by implementing a project-specific commissioning plan for each assigned scope including incorporation of key stakeholder requirements (Project/Manufacturing/Operations/Facilities) to ensure overall team success
  • Manage and communicate commissioning risks
  • Oversee commissioning schedule, costs, submit funding requests, and coordinate rental equipment and material needs while maintaining the commissioning budget
  • Ensure documentation for all commissioning activities is maintained and submitted via completions database and meet all performance parameters of the plant
  • Monitor quality assurance initiatives including installation & assembly, alignment, cleanliness, integrity, etc. of the equipment being installed
  • Ensure Tesla's codes, standards, and specifications are followed during commissioning of mechanical activities
  • Drive the preparation of materials, equipment, and other resources needed for initial commissioning activities, projecting needs 3 months in advance
  • Work with the QA team to verify equipment inspections before installation and hold team members accountable for schedule adherence and delays affecting commissioning
  • Provide Commissioning leadership in supporting / leadingthe completion of the Pre-Safety and Startup reviews (PSSR) andinvestigations and Root Cause Analysis to identify & implement sustainable corrective actions
  • Leverage your extensive background in project management, equipment startup, construction, and mechanical/electrical utility systems to provide specialized expertise and guidance to the project teams. Identify opportunities for process optimization and drive continuous improvement initiatives

What You'll Bring
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in leading commissioning 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
  • Strong background in all aspects of operating facilities including machinery, instrumentation and controls, electrical, mechanical systems, Fire Protection systems, and advanced controls across multiple technologies
  • Demonstrated operations and technical skills. Ability to read P&IDs, isometrics, interpret design curves of field machinery, & function checking of field equipment. Knowledgeable in process safety, health, and local environmental requirements

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)
  • 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
    Expected Compensation
    $124,000 - $216,000/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 : $124,000 - $216,000

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