Design Manager, Mechanical

What to Expect

Design Manager with a mechanical background for manufacturing infrastructure in Lathrop. You will manage the full design lifecycle of assigned projects, concept through IFC, including consultant/EOR management, design packages, permitting, and coordination across disciplines and stakeholders (manufacturing, construction, EHS, and other engineering teams). A mechanical background is required (HVAC, hydronics / CHW-PCW-CDA, process piping, mechanical yards, AHUs, and equipment utilities); you will still own the overall project design, not mechanical scope alone. You will own small-to-medium projects end-to-end, including cost, schedule, and deliverables. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to drive multi-disciplinary work under tight timelines. This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports.

What You'll Do

• Own the full design lifecycle of assigned small-to-medium projects from concept through IFC
• Organize and manage design reviews, packages, and deliverables (SOW, kickoff, 30/60/90%, IFP, IFC)
• Drive internal engineering resources and external EORs/consultants; review packages for Tesla standards, constructability, and schedule
• Coordinate across mechanical, structural, electrical, process, construction, and manufacturing stakeholders
• Take packages through permitting with the City of Lathrop and other AHJs, including comment closeout
• Manage RFIs, submittals, and field issues during construction
• Translate manufacturing and process (EQM) requirements into clear design scope
• Track schedule, consultant deliverables, and resource gaps; flag issues early

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of professional experience on industrial or manufacturing infrastructure / MEP projects, with a mechanical systems focus
• Working knowledge of all engineering disciplines, with a proven ability to coordinate engineering resources to deliver IFP and IFC packages
• Ability to coordinate multiple disciplines and stakeholders without direct authority
• AHJ / permit experience preferred
• Strong communication and documentation skills; organized; works well in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
• Familiarity with Bluebeam and CAD/Revit to review drawings and packages. BIM coordination a plus
• On site 5 days a week in Lathrop, CA

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

Expected Compensation

$86,400 - $145,800/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.

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.