Design Manager, Mechanical

Design ManagerDesign Manager with a mechanical background for manufacturing infrastructure in Lathrop. You will manage the full design lifecycle of assigned projects, concept through IFC, including consultant/EOR management, design packages, permitting, and coordination across disciplines and stakeholders (manufacturing, construction, EHS, and other engineering teams). A mechanical background is required (HVAC, hydronics / CHW-PCW-CDA, process piping, mechanical yards, AHUs, and equipment utilities); you will still own the overall project design, not mechanical scope alone.

You will own small-to-medium projects end-to-end, including cost, schedule, and deliverables. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to drive multi-disciplinary work under tight timelines. This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports.ResponsibilitiesOwn the full design lifecycle of assigned small-to-medium projects from concept through IFCOrganize and manage design reviews, packages, and deliverables (SOW, kickoff, 30/60/90%, IFP, IFC)Drive internal engineering resources and external EORs/consultants; review packages for Tesla standards, constructability, and scheduleCoordinate across mechanical, structural, electrical, process, construction, and manufacturing stakeholdersTake packages through permitting with the City of Lathrop and other AHJs, including comment closeoutManage RFIs, submittals, and field issues during constructionTranslate manufacturing and process (EQM) requirements into clear design scopeTrack schedule, consultant deliverables, and resource gaps; flag issues earlyRequirementsDegree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience5+ years of professional experience on industrial or manufacturing infrastructure / MEP projects, with a mechanical systems focusWorking knowledge of all engineering disciplines, with a proven ability to coordinate engineering resources to deliver IFP and IFC packagesAbility to coordinate multiple disciplines and stakeholders without direct authorityAHJ / permit experience preferredStrong communication and documentation skills; organized; works well in a fast-paced, ambiguous environmentFamiliarity with Bluebeam and CAD/Revit to review drawings and packages.

BIM coordination a plusOn site 5 days a week in Lathrop, CACompensation & BenefitsBenefitsAlong with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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&DShort-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)Employee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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 programExpected Compensation $86,400 - $145,800/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.