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Tesla Motors, Inc.

Architect & Design Manager

Tesla Motors, Inc., San Jose, California, United States, 95199

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What to Expect Tesla is looking for a highly skilled Architect and Design Manager to join our Infrastructure Organization, Pre-Development Team. We're seeking an experienced, hands‑on professional with strong architectural and project management skills, capable of leading design efforts for complex industrial and commercial facilities. The ideal candidate can manage projects independently while collaborating closely with senior leadership and multidisciplinary team.

What You'll Do

Lead the architectural scope of industrial facility projects, from feasibility through construction, ensuring alignment with Tesla's design standards, technical requirements, and performance goals

Perform feasibility and techno‑economic studies to support project definition, budgeting, and early decision‑making

Coordinate closely with internal stakeholders‑manufacturing, construction, operations, and facilities‑to develop fully integrated design solutions

Prepare, review, and oversee design documentation including plans, sections, elevations, details, and schedules for Permit and Construction packages

Manage consultants and support the procurement process by reviewing design proposals, deliverables, and technical specifications

Work with estimating and cost engineering teams to develop test‑fits, scope narratives, and quantities for reliable cost projections

Support construction by responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and resolving field issues efficiently and collaboratively

What You'll Bring

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or equivalent experience

7+ years of experience delivering large commercial, industrial, or mission‑critical facilities (manufacturing or data center experience preferred)

Professional Architect (RA)

Advanced proficiency in Revit and familiarity with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Enscape, and Adobe Suite

Thorough understanding of building codes, permitting processes, and construction coordination

Strong ability to manage multiple fast‑paced projects with minimal oversight

Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders

Creative problem‑solver with a practical, buildable approach to design

Compensation and Benefits Benefits

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

Expected Compensation $76,000 - $150,000/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.

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