About this opportunity
Tesla lists this Design Manager, Mechanical opportunity in lathrop, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Design Manager
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.
Responsibilities
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
Requirements
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
Compensation & Benefits
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.
Worksite address
lathrop, CA, 95330, US
Who can apply
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