Sr. Project Engineer, Battery Energy Storage

What to Expect

This role is a key technical member of a cross‑functional team that focuses on evaluating, defining and executing battery storage opportunities with cutting‑edge technologies. You will be responsible for the execution of projects from the design phase through commissioning, while managing all engineering activities to ensure successful projects. The Tesla Energy team is committed and fast‑moving. We are a group of applications engineers, power systems engineers, and project engineers that sit at the center of business development, Tesla technology, and the deployment of stationary storage projects on the grid.

As a member of our team, you will help to shape the success of our projects in various applications worldwide. You must have a genuine passion for engineering products that will fundamentally change the world’s energy infrastructure and must want to work in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment. This is a diverse role where knowledge of basic design rules, constructability, permitting, utility requirements, and engineering fundamentals is expected.

Expectations include a rock‑solid work ethic and a strong team‑oriented personality. Members of our team display creativity, passion, and a desire to break new ground in a constantly shifting technology landscape.

• Apply electrical/power systems knowledge to identify & drive solutions for large scale utility and distributed generation projects
• MV transformers, switch gear and protection solutions knowledge is required
• Review and analyze single‑line drawings, communication wiring diagrams, and BESS system layouts
• Identify gaps in scope and responsibility to ensure project success; this requires a comprehensive understanding of engineering, construction, and permitting concepts and rules of conduct
• Able to identify key stakeholders and drive innovative solutions with cross‑functional teams
• Responsible for project ownership and execution, which requires understanding/managing the scope, stakeholders and schedule and keeping all parties in sync
• Interface with internal customers (project managers, product engineers, sales team) and external customers (utilities, AHJs, contractors, end customers) to ensure consistent communication

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of relevant experience as an Electrical/Project Engineer or equivalent experience
• Proficient in LV & MV electrical installations, ampacity calculations, knowledge of short‑circuit/load flow, protective device coordination, arc flash, grounding per IEEE 80 and other relevant design topics
• Proficient in the specification of major electrical equipment (switch gear, transformers, etc.)
• Familiarity with electrical construction drawing set
• Proficient in construction administration support (RFIs, Design Change Notices, As‑built)
• Proficient in relevant standards and electrical studies for utility and distributed‑generation applications
• Experience in controls, networking, SCADA & CAD skills
• Experience in renewables, battery storage, EPC, generation system design, microgrids
• Excellent communication and documentation skills and ability to execute many projects and tasks in parallel

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 – two medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family‑building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both with options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company‑Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA contribution when enrolled in the high‑deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Health Care 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
• Backup 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

$100,000 - $186,000/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.