Job Category
Construction & Facilities
Location
Buffalo, New York
Tesla participates in the E-Verify Program
What to Expect
Gigafactory New York is seeking a staff Facilities Electrical Engineer to support onsite operations,
What Youll Do
- Perform Energy Audits, Provide Energy Usage Calculations Circuit Analysis for critical load throughout the plant and circuit protection for Voltage Sag for critical loads
- Validation, optimization and efficiency analysis for cost savings and reduction of energy throughout the plant
- Operate equipment and program/adjust medium voltage relays
- Prepare engineering specifications for bid invitation, performed bid evaluation and conformed bid evaluations for purchase
- Short circuit study and over current coordination by using easy power software
- Provide base cost estimating services within the electrical scope and work with trades to drive value for Tesla
- Evaluate quotes related to any ongoing maintenance (preventative) activities
- Establish standards and specifications for installation, modification, quality control, testing, operation, inspection and maintenance of Emergency Power Supply System (EPSS) and high voltage electrical systems according to commissioning standards, NFPA requirements, EPSS engineering principles and safety regulations
- Provide technical and configuration support for the implementation and maintenance of energy systems utilizing tracking techniques and trending software
- Implement electrical safety programs following OSHA and NFPA 70E guideline
What Youll Bring
- Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or the equivalent in experience and evidence of exceptional ability
- 8-10 years of direct experience in operational facilities (semiconductor, solar, battery, etc.)
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work in an extremely fast-paced environment
- Ability to interface with multiple engineering disciplines
- Medium Voltage equipment including operating/maintaining the equipment, trouble shooting and programming /adjusting medium voltage relays.
- Working knowledge of OSHA and UBC codes and HAZMAT safety protocols
- Ability to communicate clearly and interface at an executive level
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
Expected Compensation
- Associate Electrical Engineer – $78,200 – $117,300/annual salary
- Electrical Engineer – $85,000 – $127,500/annual salary
- Sr Electrical Engineer – $105,400 – $158,100/annual salary
- Staff Electrical Engineer – $125,800 – $188,700/annual salary
- Sr Staff Electrical Engineer – $142,800 – $214,200/annual salary
- Principal Electrical Engineer – $170,000 – $255,000/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.