What are the responsibilities and job description for the Life Safety Systems Engineer, Lithium Refinery position at Tesla?
We are seeking an experienced Life Safety Systems Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 6-12 years of experience in designing and implementing life safety systems, with expertise in fire safety, HVAC systems, gas monitoring, and fire suppression. This role involves collaborating with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) teams and ensuring compliance with permitting authorities (AHJs). The right candidate will have a blend of technical design skills, equipment specification experience, and PLC programming knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain fire safety systems, including alarms, detection systems, and suppression systems
- Develop and oversee HVAC designs and integrations to ensure safety and compliance with regulations
- Design and maintain gas monitoring systems to detect and mitigate risks in industrial environments
- Specify, procure, and review safety system components to ensure alignment with project specifications and regulatory standards
- Collaborate with EHS teams to integrate safety systems into overall project designs and operations
- Work closely with the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) to obtain necessary permits and ensure regulatory compliance
- Utilize design software such as AutoCAD to create detailed layouts, schematics, and system diagrams
- Specify instrumentation and equipment for safety systems, ensuring reliability and efficiency
- Program and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) to integrate safety systems with control architectures
- Support installation, commissioning, and testing of safety systems, ensuring proper functionality and adherence to project requirements
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 :
2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction