Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, Infrastructure Design

What to Expect As a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, you will spearhead the design, development, and optimization of mechanical systems for infrastructure projects in Fremont, California. In this senior-level role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver designs that meet stringent performance, reliability, and regulatory standards, with a focus on California-specific requirements. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in mechanical engineering principles, CAD / BIM modeling, and innovative problem-solving in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

• Lead the mechanical design process for complex infrastructure programs, from conceptualization and detailed design using tools like Revit to final implementation
• Perform advanced analyses, including stress, thermal modeling, and tolerance stack-ups, to ensure design integrity and compliance with industry standards (e.g., ASME, ISO)
• Collaborate with electrical, controls, and manufacturing teams to seamlessly integrate mechanical components into broader system architectures
• Develop and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including CAD drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and engineering change orders (ECOs)
• Oversee prototyping, testing, and validation of mechanical designs, iterating based on results and stakeholder feedback to enhance performance and reliability
• Ensure designs comply with California-specific regulations, such as Cal / OSHA, CARB (California Air Resources Board), Title 24 energy codes, and seismic standards
• Mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance and promoting best practices in mechanical design and sustainable engineering
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources for mechanical engineering tasks, delivering progress reports to senior leadership
• Stay current of emerging technologies and materials, incorporating sustainable practices (e.g., energy-efficient materials aligned with California's green building codes)
• Support root cause analysis and failure investigations for mechanical issues in production or field environments, driving continuous improvement

What You'll Bring

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 :

2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction

Expected Compensation $92,720 - $256,200 / 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.