Overview
Electrical Engineer, Cathode role at Tesla. Join to apply for the Electrical Engineer, Cathode role at Tesla.
What To Expect : We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to support sustaining operations for manufacturing facilities by ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of electrical systems. This role will focus on maintaining and optimizing plant electrical infrastructure, troubleshooting issues, and supporting system improvements and capacity expansions. The ideal candidate will work cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to deliver reliable power systems that minimize downtime and enable efficient production.
What You'll Do
- Lead preventive and corrective maintenance programs for power distribution, switchgear, transformers, motors, VFDs, and control systems
- Troubleshoot and resolve electrical failures to reduce production interruptions
- Support system upgrades, retrofits, and capacity expansions, including electrical infrastructure design deliverables
- Provide technical support to operations, vendors, and contractors for equipment installation and repairs
- Analyze system performance, track KPIs, and prepare reports with recommendations for efficiency and reliability improvements
- Ensure compliance with NEC / NFPA codes, OSHA, and company safety standards
- Participate in safety audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments
- Owner of RFQ\'s and contract management – ensure Non-Disclosure Agreements, General Terms & Conditions, Piece Price Agreements, and other related contracts are negotiated, agreed and appropriately documented before business is initiated
- Drive negotiation for piece price and product development to ensure pricing meets best-landed-cost expectations as well as supplier industrialization standards of best-in-class quality
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering or related field3+ years of experience in industrial power distribution or manufacturing environmentsStrong knowledge of NEC / NFPA codes, electrical safety regulations, and OSHA requirementsExperience with medium / low voltage systems (switchgear, panelboards, transformers, UPS, transfer switches)Hands-on experience with protective relays, PLCs, SCADA / Power Monitoring Software, VFDs, and motor control systemsProficiency with electrical schematics, troubleshooting, and diagnostic toolsStrong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skillsExcellent spoken and written EnglishBenefits
Compensation and 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 benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid HSA contributions when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include : critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programSenior"ty level
Entry levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
Engineering and Information TechnologyIndustries
Motor Vehicle ManufacturingRenewable EnergySemiconductor ManufacturingUtilitiesJ-18808-Ljbffr