Construction Commissioning Lead

What To Expect
Tesla's Cell Infrastructure team is looking for an experienced Commissioning Lead to oversee commissioning and startup activities for a new energy infrastructure facility. 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 site commissioning activities, developing and implementing a project-specific commissioning plan for each assigned scope

Integrate project, commissioning, and stakeholder (Manufacturing/Operations/Facilities) requirements into the overall commissioning plan

Prepare an execution strategy and handover plan in collaboration with the CxAlloy Completion program and its Lead. Ensure clear communication with the project organization

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

Develop and execute a commissioning schedule, including a 3-week look-ahead plan, with a focus on timely and efficient execution

Understand system sequencing required to commission for Manufacturing, Operations, and Facilities to ensure startup and production initiation

As part of the Project Management Team, manage and communicate commissioning risks. Oversee commissioning costs, submit funding requests, and coordinate rental equipment and material needs while maintaining the commissioning budget

What You'll Bring

Minimum of 5 years of experience in leading commissioning operations

Strong technical knowledge and experience with mechanical and electrical systems, including HVAC, power distribution, generators, UPS systems, and fire suppression systems

Demonstrated leadership skills and experience managing a team

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and documentation skills with the 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

Benefits
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 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

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