Design Manager (Architectural Designer)

What to Expect

As a Design Manager, you will join our Design and Construction Project Management teams to deliver world-class services for new Tesla showrooms, service centres, delivery hubs, bodyshops, and distribution centres across the region. You will manage and deliver individual projects with a strong focus on design, working alongside the brightest minds to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy.

We are seeking an architect or technical designer with a proven ability to think creatively and strategically. In this role, you will lead the full design lifecycle — from early feasibility and concept development through detailed design, construction documentation, and project handover — for both new builds and adaptive reuse of existing Tesla facilities. A key part of your role will be producing high-quality, accurate, and construction-ready design documentation using Autodesk Revit, ensuring seamless coordination across disciplines and alignment with Tesla's design standards.

What You'll Do

• Conduct due diligence, feasibility studies, and site surveys for new and existing locations
• Produce Design Intent Drawings in Revit, ensuring adherence to brand standards, code compliance, and efficiency
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (IT, Security, EHS) to integrate technical specifications and requirements
• Work with Architects of Record and consultants to optimise constructability and cost-benefit ratios
• Manage regulatory permit requirements with the support of external vendors
• Assist in creating CapEx figures, preparing bid packages, and reviewing third-party invoices
• Oversee projects to ensure execution aligns strictly with the established design intent

What You'll Bring

• Proven professional background in architectural design or construction engineering, with a minimum of 4 years' experience
• Expert knowledge of Revit, BIM 360, CAD applications, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Microsoft Office
• Strong understanding of construction engineering, BIM processes, and local building codes and zoning laws
• Ability to manage multiple projects, schedules, and consultant relationships to ensure timely delivery
• Excellent documentation and presentation skills, capable of translating complex problems into clear plans for leadership
• Positive, fast-learner attitude with a passion for manufacturing infrastructure and a willingness to travel
• Experience with 3D scanning, authority management, and project management fundamentals is highly desirable

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.