What to Expect
Tesla is seeking a skilled Gas & Chemical Engineer to join the Facilities team at Gigafactory Texas. Come and join us to help accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.
What You’ll Do
Experience with gas and chemical system operations including systems monitoring, sustaining operations, maintenance, and process/equipment improvements
Review/analyze data and monitor equipment to identify trends and ensure processes are running within specifications
Understand and apply Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) concepts and root cause failure analysis to open-ended problems
Evaluation of process requirements and specification of new gas and chemical delivery systems as required. Future scenario planning support including infrastructure budgeting and schedule forecasting, utilization and capacity data analysis
Coordinate commissioning of equipment and facilities, operating philosophy, and overall control. Develop and execute pre-startup and operation procedures, process and equipment
Confirm operational readiness and assurance issues between operations personnel and construction/commissioning personnel. Interface and provide clarification and guidance and technical support to construction and commissioning teams
Responsible for ensuring the satisfactory completion of commissioning of systems in terms of quality of work and schedule
Preparing proposals for modifications of facilities, control & safety schemes and process operating parameters to enhance safety, reliability and process performance
Interface/coordinate with Design teams to review and determine opportunities to improve the systems designs at different design stages
Participate in Process Hazard reviews and analysis including HAZOP/HAZID/SIL studies and responsible for actions close-out
What You’ll Bring
Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
At least 4 years of gas and chemical systems operations experience; semiconductor facility, refining or battery manufacturing facility support preferred
Hazardous production material (HPM) expertise
Strong data and system analysis
Strong troubleshooting background and issue resolution
High tolerance for change
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Experience with design and installation of gas and chemical equipment, including piping systems and facility support equipment
Experience commissioning and conducting performance testing of complex systems
Experience in managing and leading projects including design/specification, bidding, and field coordination
AUSTIN, Texas
Full time