What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Commissioning Lead, Megafactory position at Tesla?
What to Expect
What You'll Do
What You'll Bring
Compensation and Benefits
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.
Tesla's Megafactory Infrastructure team is looking for an experienced Commissioning Lead to oversee commissioning and startup activities for our newest Megafactory. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project commissioning and proven leadership skills. As the site commissioning lead, you will be responsible for ensuring the successful implementation of Tesla’s commissioning framework. This role requires high technical expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage and guide a team.
What You'll Do
- Lead a dynamic team that sets the example for being leaders in safety during the construction, commissioning, startup, and turnover period of bringing new assets online. This also includes leading the team to plan, manage, and prepare equipment and systems for first time startup
- Lead site commissioning activities, developing and implementing a project-specific commissioning plan for each assigned scope including incorporation of key stakeholder requirements (Project/Manufacturing/Operations/Facilities) to ensure overall team success
- Manage and communicate commissioning risks
- Oversee commissioning schedule, costs, submit funding requests, and coordinate rental equipment and material needs while maintaining the commissioning budget
- Lead and provide support & guidance during the construction & commissioning of the plants. Ensure documentation for all commissioning activities is maintained and submitted via completions database and meet all performance parameters of the plant. Monitor quality assurance initiatives including installation & assembly, alignment, cleanliness, integrity, etc. of the equipment being installed
- Ensure Tesla’s codes, standards, and specifications are followed during commissioning of mechanical activities. Drive the preparation of materials, equipment, and other resources needed for initial commissioning activities, projecting needs 3 months in advance. Work with the QA team to verify equipment inspections before installation and hold team members accountable for schedule adherence and delays affecting commissioning
- Provide Commissioning leadership in supporting / leading the completion of the Pre-Safety and Startup reviews (PSSR) and investigations and Root Cause Analysis to identify & implement sustainable corrective actions
What You'll Bring
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in leading commissioning operations
- Demonstrated leadership skills and experience managing a team with a strong commitment to employee engagement and team building
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and documentation skills with ability to understand complex problems and distill the message into a clear plan
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make sound judgments under pressure
- Strong background in all aspects of operating facilities including machinery, instrumentation and controls, electrical, mechanical systems, Fire Protection systems, and advanced controls across multiple technologies
- Demonstrated operations and technical skills. Ability to read P&IDs, isometrics, interpret design curves of field machinery, & function checking of field equipment. Knowledgeable in process safety, health, and local environmental requirements
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)
- 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
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.
