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Sr. Piping Designer, Infrastructure Programs
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What they do
A Mechanical or Electrical Drafter prepares detailed drawings needed to manufacture or repair machinery and equipment, with dimensions and other specific engineering data. Uses computer aided design software. May create diagrams for products that include mechanical and electronic components, such as cars or computers, or prepare the diagrams used to install wiring and electrical equipment in buildings or in electrical distribution systems.
$63,800 / year median in Texas
-2% projected decline
Job Description
Sr. Piping Designer, Infrastructure Programs Tesla Motors, Inc. paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, Texas, Brookshire Aug 05, 2026
What to Expect Tesla is seeking a talented Sr. Piping Designer that is proficient in AutoCAD Plant 3D to join our team. As a key member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your design/layout skillset, bringing conceptual designs into reality. In this permanent, full-time position, you'll play a vital role in shaping the future of sustainable energy and redefining the manufacturing/refinery landscape. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and pushing the boundaries of engineering/design excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. What You'll Do
Develop detailed piping layouts, equipment arrangements, routing studies, and piping general arrangement drawings for both greenfield and brownfield processing facilities
Prepare, check, and update piping deliverables including plot plans, equipment layouts, general arrangements, isometrics, tie-in drawings, support drawings, MTOs, underground routing drawings, and piping location plans
Perform and maintain 3D models using Plant 3D in accordance with P&IDs, project specifications, and design basis requirements
Identify design clashes, space constraints, access issues, and constructability concerns, and support resolution through model reviews and interdisciplinary coordination
Understandthe fundamentals of process, utilities, slurry piping design and coordinate closely with Process, Mechanical, Stress, Civil/Structural, Instrumentation, Electrical, Construction, and Procurement teams
Raise and resolve technical queries, design clarifications, interface issues, change inputs in a timely manner, and respond to field Request for Information (RFIs)
Strong leadership and supervision of piping designers; ability to drive quality and schedule in a high-volume deliverable environment What You'll Bring
13+ years of total piping design experience
Proven capability to lead a team of designers (planning, supervision, checking, mentoring and performance support
Strong proficiencyin creating ISOs, plans/sections, spool drawings, MTOs, checking piping packages and leading projects
Experience overseeing third party piping design contractors and/or multitask multiple projects at once 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: Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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