Facilities Gas & Chemical Engineer

at  Tesla

JOB TYPE

Full-time
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What to Expect
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.

What You’ll Do

• 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

What You’ll Bring

• 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

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.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

• 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 productio