What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer, Cathode position at Tesla Motors, Inc.?
Tesla'sCathode Advanced ManufacturingProject teamis looking for a highly motivated individual tobe aProjectEngineersupporting thePilot scalefacilitiesinFremont,CA.This is a cross-functional role that requires coordination betweenmanydifferent groupsacrossTeslainEngineering,Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Production Planning, Operations, Executive teamas well as groups external to Tesla.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background inprojectmanagement andexecutionwith a technical knowledge of chemical process manufacturing.You, as a Project Engineer,willdriveprojects from concept through install, integration, ramp, and handover tooperationsas wellaslead technical initiatives(i.e.process development, operational efficiency, reliability improvements)to be performed by the cross-functional team.
What You'll Do
Work withCathodeEngineering,FactoryDesign, Quality, Operations, and other supporting functions to scope and drivedesignsfor deployment ofmaterialsforproduction equipment
Determineproject specifications andacquirethe necessary materials for completion
Develop scope anddefineparameters for project design and implementation
Define and drivetasks to be performed by the cross-functional team
Identifycreative ways to overcome obstacles and meet the schedule despite setbacks
Drive review and selection of external equipment vendors and integrators fordelivery ofselected manufacturing project scope
Coordinateinternal and external engineering findings to de-risk plant design andoptimizeplant operations and availability
Track budget, equipment orders, and change order logs
What You'll Bring
Evidence of exceptional ability, including a strong understanding of engineering fundamentals anddemonstratedability toleveragethis understanding to solve challenging technical problems
Bachelors Degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
2 years inmanufacturing environment, in a mix of engineering and project roles. Experienceworkingon thedevelopment ofchemical processingis a plus
Direct experience in planningmediumcapital projects (>$250KUSD) related topilot-scalechemical processing systems, utilitysystemsand integration of the two
Ability to workand communicatecross-functionally, including interfacing with suppliers andthird-partyfirms
Proven ability tooperateunder pressure while managing multiple priorities simultaneously.Must be able to work in afast pacedenvironment, occasionally requiring extended hours
Aptitudeto learn and incorporatenew technologies
Ability toidentifyissues anddevelopcorrective measures toresolve
Detailoriented with strong record-keeping and organizational skills
Compensation and 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
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.
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